4.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Empire, California

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 4.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.8/10
Median household income: $44,904
Median home value: $328,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 10%
Owner-occupied homes: 45%

How Empire compares

Median household income

$45k

45% of California median

About Schools in Empire, California

Empire, California is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Empire show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Empire is Teel School in Empire with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Empire is served by 2 school districts: Empire Union Elementary, Stanislaus County Office of Education. These districts collectively serve 3,565 students.

Empire's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,904. The poverty rate in the area is 24.8%.

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	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Empire Elementary 374 students · Kindergarten–6th	374	Kindergarten–6th	3.6

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Teel School in Empire 161 students · 5th–12th	161	5th–12th	5.9

Schools in Empire

Empire, California · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$44,904

Median Home Value

$328,800

Median Rent

$1,101/mo

Population

1,580

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

45%

Poverty Rate

24.8%

Community Profile

Empire has a median household income of $44,904. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $328,800, with a median rent of $1,101/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 4.8/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Empire schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Empire 📊 Niche Empire Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

Empire Union Elementary

6 schools · 2,825 students

Stanislaus County Office of Education

4 schools · 740 students

Nearby Cities

Riverbank (6 schools)

Waterford (10 schools)

Valley Home (1 school)

Other Major Cities in California

Top metros statewide by school count.

Los Angeles 928 schools San Diego 412 schools San Jose 335 schools San Francisco 297 schools Sacramento 273 schools

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 Empire, California

How many schools are in Empire, California?

Empire has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Empire, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Empire is 4.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Empire on MySchoolScout is Teel School in Empire with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Empire, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Empire on MySchoolScout is Empire Elementary with a composite score of 3.6/10.

What is the best high school in Empire, California?

The top-ranked high school in Empire on MySchoolScout is Teel School in Empire with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Empire, California?

Empire is served by 2 school districts: Empire Union Elementary, Stanislaus County Office of Education.

What is the education level in Empire, California?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Empire have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Empire, California?

The median household income in Empire is approximately $44,904 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Empire is 19.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Empire, 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.