5.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Escalon, California

6 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.7/10
Median household income: $86,612
Median home value: $490,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Avg commute: 27 min
Owner-occupied homes: 74%

How Escalon compares

California rank

#443 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.6

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$87k

87% of California median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Escalon, California

Escalon, California is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Escalon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Escalon is Van Allen Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Escalon is served by 2 school districts: Escalon Charter Academy District, Escalon Unified. These districts collectively serve 3,062 students.

Escalon's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $86,612. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (6) Elementary (2) Middle (1) High (2)

Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (6)

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Filter by ZIP: 95320 (6)

Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Van Allen Elementary 309 students · Kindergarten–5th	309	Kindergarten–5th	7.2
2	Dent Elementary 690 students · Kindergarten–5th	690	Kindergarten–5th	6.0

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	El Portal Middle 603 students · 6th–8th	603	6th–8th	6.1

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Escalon High 814 students · 9th–12th	814	9th–12th	4.5
2	Vista High (Continuation) 38 students · 9th–12th	38	9th–12th	3.5

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Escalon Charter Academy 338 students · Kindergarten–12th	338	Kindergarten–12th	7.0

Schools in Escalon

Escalon, California · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$86,612

Median Home Value

$490,100

Median Rent

$1,624/mo

Population

13,511

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Community Profile

Escalon has a median household income of $86,612. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $490,100, with a median rent of $1,624/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 6
Elementary: 2
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.7/10

Resources

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

School Districts (2)

Escalon Charter Academy District

1 school · 338 students

Escalon Unified

7 schools · 2,724 students

Nearby Cities

Valley Home (1 school)

5 mi

Riverbank (6 schools)

6 mi

Salida (5 schools)

8 mi

Farmington (1 school)

Waterford (10 schools)

17 mi

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 Escalon, California

How many schools are in Escalon, California?

Escalon has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Escalon, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Escalon is 5.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Escalon on MySchoolScout is Van Allen Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Escalon, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Escalon on MySchoolScout is Van Allen Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Escalon, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Escalon on MySchoolScout is EL Portal Middle with a composite score of 6.1/10.

What is the best high school in Escalon, California?

The top-ranked high school in Escalon on MySchoolScout is Escalon High with a composite score of 4.5/10.

How many school districts serve Escalon, California?

Escalon is served by 2 school districts: Escalon Charter Academy District, Escalon Unified.

What is the education level in Escalon, California?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Escalon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Escalon, California?

The median household income in Escalon is approximately $86,612 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Escalon is 24.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Escalon, 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.