Best Schools in Fair Oaks, California
17 schools · 9 Elementary · 1 Middle · 7 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Fair Oaks by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary
Elementary · San Juan Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bella Vista High
High · San Juan Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Earl Legette Elementary
Elementary · San Juan Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fair Oaks for 2026 are Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary (7.5/10), Bella Vista High (6.6/10), and Earl Legette Elementary (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
17
10 public · 7 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$615,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
17
10 public · 7 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$615,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.5/10 despite 42% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Fair Oaks schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +5.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Fair Oaks schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Fair Oaks
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 17 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Bella Vista High | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Earl Legette Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Del Campo High | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | EL Sereno Alternative Education | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Meraki High | 5.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Orangevale Open K-8 | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Will Rogers Middle | 4.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Northridge Elementary | 3.6 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $111,582
- Median home value
- $615,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
8% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fair Oaks compares
California rank
#492 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$112k
112% of California median
Schools in this city
12
San Juan Unified runs Fair Oaks's public schools
10 public schools. San Juan Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Fair Oaks is a San Juan Unified school (10 of 10).
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.6 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Fair Oaks, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Fair Oaks, California
Fair Oaks, California is home to 17 schools, including 10 public schools and 7 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 7 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Fair Oaks show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Fair Oaks is Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fair Oaks is served by 1 school district: San Juan Unified. These districts collectively serve 38,488 students.
Fair Oaks's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,582. The poverty rate in the area is 8.3%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 388 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 548 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.6 | ||
| 3 | 585 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.1 | ||
| 4 | 398 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.6 | ||
Private Schools5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Mel SchoolPrivate 319 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Summit Christian SchoolPrivate 150 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Summit Christian SchoolPrivate 149 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Country Hill MontessoriPrivate 28 students · Pre-K–1st | Not Rated | ||
| 5 | Lotus Child MontessoriPrivate 3 students · Pre-K–TK | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 581 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,926 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | 1,557 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 3 | 145 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 | ||
| 4 | 82 students · 8th–12th | 5.4 | ||
| 5 | 20 students · 6th–12th | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Jackson Family HomeschoolPrivate 8 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Sacramento Waldorf SchoolPrivate 340 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Fair Oaks
Fair Oaks, California · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$111,582
Median Home Value
$615,400
Median Rent
$1,857/mo
Population
43,783
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Community Profile
Fair Oaks has a median household income of $111,582. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $615,400, with a median rent of $1,857/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 7
Resources
School District
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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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Fair Oaks, California
How many schools are in Fair Oaks, California?
Fair Oaks has 17 schools, including 10 public and 7 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fair Oaks, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fair Oaks is 5.7 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 Fair Oaks, California?
The top-ranked school in Fair Oaks on MySchoolScout is Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fair Oaks, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fair Oaks on MySchoolScout is Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Fair Oaks, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Fair Oaks on MySchoolScout is Will Rogers Middle with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best high school in Fair Oaks, California?
The top-ranked high school in Fair Oaks on MySchoolScout is Bella Vista High with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Fair Oaks, California?
Fair Oaks is served by 1 school district: San Juan Unified.
What is the education level in Fair Oaks, California?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Fair Oaks have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fair Oaks, California?
The median household income in Fair Oaks is approximately $111,582 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Fair Oaks, California?
Yes, Fair Oaks has 7 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mel School with a score of 5.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fair Oaks, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fair Oaks is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fair Oaks, 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.