Best Schools in Dos Palos, California
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Dos Palos by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dos Palos High
High · Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Westside High
High · Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bernhard Marks Elementary
Elementary · Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Dos Palos for 2026 are Dos Palos High (7.6/10), Westside High (5.4/10), and Bernhard Marks Elementary (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$295,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$295,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Dos Palos schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Dos Palos
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dos Palos High | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Westside High | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Bernhard Marks Elementary | 5.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Bryant Middle | 4.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $49,890
- Median home value
- $295,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 50%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Dos Palos compares
California rank
#431 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$50k
50% of California median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Dos Palos, California
Dos Palos, California is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Dos Palos show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Dos Palos is Dos Palos High with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dos Palos is served by 1 school district: Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 2,270 students.
Dos Palos's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,890. The poverty rate in the area is 20.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 600 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 6.1 |
| 2 | 479 students · 3rd–5th | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 485 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 628 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 78 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Dos Palos
Dos Palos, California · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$49,890
Median Home Value
$295,100
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
10,173
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
50%
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Community Profile
Dos Palos has a median household income of $49,890. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $295,100, with a median rent of $1,081/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in California
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Dos Palos, California
How many schools are in Dos Palos, California?
Dos Palos has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dos Palos, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dos Palos is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Dos Palos, California?
The top-ranked school in Dos Palos on MySchoolScout is Dos Palos High with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dos Palos, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dos Palos on MySchoolScout is Bernhard Marks Elementary with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Dos Palos, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Dos Palos on MySchoolScout is Bryant Middle with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in Dos Palos, California?
The top-ranked high school in Dos Palos on MySchoolScout is Dos Palos High with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Dos Palos, California?
Dos Palos is served by 1 school district: Dos Palos Oro Loma Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Dos Palos, California?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Dos Palos have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dos Palos, California?
The median household income in Dos Palos is approximately $49,890 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dos Palos, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dos Palos is 21.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dos Palos, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.