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6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Duarte, California

10 schools · 6 Elementary · 4 High

Public: 7
Private: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.5/10

14% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$98,189

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$691,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
31%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
30 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
63%

Of occupied housing units

How Duarte compares

California rank

#263 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$98k

99% of California median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Duarte, California

Duarte, California is home to 10 schools, including 7 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, , and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Duarte show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Duarte is California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Duarte is served by 2 school districts: California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley District, Duarte Unified. These districts collectively serve 3,915 students.

Duarte's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $98,189. The poverty rate in the area is 7.5%.

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.

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Filter by ZIP: 91010 (10)

Elementary Schools

6 schools
# School Rating
1
Maxwell Academy (PK-8)
439 students · Kindergarten–8th 		6.9
2
Beardslee Dual Language Immersion Academy (PK-8)
501 students · Kindergarten–8th 		6.3
3
Valley View Acad of Tech and Creative Lrng (TK-6)
338 students · Kindergarten–6th 		5.9
4
Royal Oaks STEAM Academy (K-8)
846 students · Kindergarten–8th 		3.8
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
Anita Oaks DBA Foothill Oaks Academy Private
35 students · Kindergarten–8th 		Not Rated
2
FOOTHILL OAKS ACADEMY Private
15 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated

High Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1
California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley
935 students · 9th–12th 		9.2
2
Mt. Olive Innovation and Technology High
57 students · 9th–12th 		6.9
3
Duarte High
770 students · 9th–12th 		6.3
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
Berean Baptist Academy Private
25 students · Kindergarten–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Duarte

Duarte, California · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$98,189

Median Home Value

$691,600

Median Rent

$2,035/mo

Population

27,245

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

63%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Community Profile

Duarte has a median household income of $98,189. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $691,600, with a median rent of $2,035/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
California
Total Schools
10
Elementary
6
High
4
Districts
2
Avg Rating
6.5/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley District

1 school · 935 students

Duarte Unified

6 schools · 2,980 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 Duarte, California

How many schools are in Duarte, California?

Duarte has 10 schools, including 7 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Duarte, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Duarte is 6.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Duarte on MySchoolScout is California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Duarte, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Duarte on MySchoolScout is Maxwell Academy (pk-8) with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best high school in Duarte, California?

The top-ranked high school in Duarte on MySchoolScout is California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley with a composite score of 9.2/10.

How many school districts serve Duarte, California?

Duarte is served by 2 school districts: California School of the Arts - San Gabriel Valley District, Duarte Unified.

What is the education level in Duarte, California?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in Duarte have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Duarte, California?

The median household income in Duarte is approximately $98,189 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Duarte, California?

Yes, Duarte has 3 private schools alongside 7 public schools.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Duarte is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Duarte, 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.