Best Schools in Edwards, California
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Edwards by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Desert Junior-senior High
High · Muroc Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Irving L. Branch Elementary
Elementary · Muroc Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$149,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$149,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Edwards schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Edwards
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Desert Junior-senior High | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Irving L. Branch Elementary | 4.0 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $66,583
- Median home value
- $149,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 24%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Edwards compares
California rank
#457 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$67k
67% of California median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Edwards, California
Edwards, California is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Edwards 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 Edwards is William A. Bailey Elementary with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Edwards is served by 1 school district: Muroc Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,802 students.
Edwards's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,583. 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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 387 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 6.8 |
| 2 | 401 students · 3rd–6th | 4.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 458 students · 7th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Edwards
Edwards, California · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,583
Median Home Value
$149,400
Median Rent
$2,194/mo
Population
3,681
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
24%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Community Profile
Edwards has a median household income of $66,583. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $149,400, with a median rent of $2,194/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Edwards, California
How many schools are in Edwards, California?
Edwards has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Edwards, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Edwards is 5.6 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 Edwards, California?
The top-ranked school in Edwards on MySchoolScout is Desert Junior-senior High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Edwards, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Edwards on MySchoolScout is Irving L. Branch Elementary with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best high school in Edwards, California?
The top-ranked high school in Edwards on MySchoolScout is Desert Junior-senior High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Edwards, California?
Edwards is served by 1 school district: Muroc Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Edwards, California?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Edwards have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Edwards, California?
The median household income in Edwards is approximately $66,583 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Edwards, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Edwards is 21.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Edwards, 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.