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6.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Descanso, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.9/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$110,833

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$615,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
23%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
73%

Of occupied housing units

How Descanso compares

Median household income

$111k

111% of California median

About Schools in Descanso, California

Descanso, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Descanso show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Descanso is Descanso Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Descanso is served by 1 school district: Mountain Empire Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,871 students.

Descanso's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,833. The poverty rate in the area is 2.2%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Descanso Elementary
214 students · Kindergarten–6th 		6.9

Schools in Descanso

Descanso, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$110,833

Median Home Value

$615,700

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

1,757

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

73%

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Community Profile

Descanso has a median household income of $110,833. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $615,700, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
California
Total Schools
1
Elementary
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.9/10

Resources

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School District

Mountain Empire Unified

10 schools · 1,871 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Descanso, California

How many schools are in Descanso, California?

Descanso has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Descanso, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Descanso is 6.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Descanso, California?

The top-ranked school in Descanso on MySchoolScout is Descanso Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Descanso, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Descanso on MySchoolScout is Descanso Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.

How many school districts serve Descanso, California?

Descanso is served by 1 school district: Mountain Empire Unified.

What is the education level in Descanso, California?

According to Census data, 23% of adults in Descanso have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Descanso, California?

The median household income in Descanso is approximately $110,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Descanso, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Descanso is 23.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Descanso, California?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.