Best Schools in Dunlap, California
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Dunlap by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Kings Canyon Online
Other · Kings Canyon Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dunlap Elementary
Elementary · Kings Canyon Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Income
$149,750
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Income
$149,750
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Dunlap schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Dunlap
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kings Canyon Online | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Dunlap Elementary | 7.7 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $149,750
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 100%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Dunlap compares
Median household income
$150k
150% of California median
About Schools in Dunlap, California
Dunlap, California is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Dunlap perform strongly 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 Dunlap is Kings Canyon Online with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dunlap is served by 1 school district: Kings Canyon Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 9,658 students.
Dunlap's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $149,750. The poverty rate in the area is 5.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 434 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 154 students · Kindergarten–12th | 8.3 |
Schools in Dunlap
Dunlap, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$149,750
Population
345
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Community Profile
Dunlap has a median household income of $149,750. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Dunlap, California
How many schools are in Dunlap, California?
Dunlap has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dunlap, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dunlap is 8.0 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 Dunlap, California?
The top-ranked school in Dunlap on MySchoolScout is Kings Canyon Online with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dunlap, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dunlap on MySchoolScout is Dunlap Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Dunlap, California?
Dunlap is served by 1 school district: Kings Canyon Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Dunlap, California?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Dunlap have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dunlap, California?
The median household income in Dunlap is approximately $149,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dunlap, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dunlap 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 Dunlap, 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.