Best Schools in Empire, California
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Empire by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Teel School in Empire
High · Stanislaus County Office of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Empire Elementary
Elementary · Empire Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$328,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$328,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Empire schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Empire
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 | Teel School in Empire | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Empire Elementary | 4.2 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $44,904
- Median home value
- $328,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 45%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
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 5.0 out of 10, schools in Empire 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 Empire is Teel School in Empire with a composite score of 5.8/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 374 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 161 students · 5th–12th | 5.8 |
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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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.
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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 5.0 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 Empire, California?
The top-ranked school in Empire on MySchoolScout is Teel School in Empire with a composite score of 5.8/10.
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 4.2/10.
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 5.8/10.
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 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.