Best Schools in Forestville, California
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Laguna High
High · West Sonoma County Union High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Forestville Academy
Middle · Forestville Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
5
3 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$704,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
3 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$704,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Forestville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laguna High | 6.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Forestville Academy | 5.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $96,023
- Median home value
- $704,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Forestville compares
California rank
#301 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$96k
96% of California median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Forestville, California
Forestville, California is home to 5 schools, including 3 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Forestville 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 Forestville is Forestville Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Forestville is served by 2 school districts: West Sonoma County Union High, Forestville Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 1,790 students.
Forestville's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $96,023. The poverty rate in the area is 6.4%.
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 | 59 students · Kindergarten–1st | 7.7 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Sonoma Earth School
Private
28 students · Kindergarten–8th | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 163 students · 2nd–8th | 5.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Sonoma Earth School
Private
23 students · 1st–7th | — | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Forestville
Forestville, California · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$96,023
Median Home Value
$704,100
Median Rent
$1,947/mo
Population
5,999
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Community Profile
Forestville has a median household income of $96,023. 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 $704,100, with a median rent of $1,947/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Forestville, California
How many schools are in Forestville, California?
Forestville has 5 schools, including 3 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Forestville, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Forestville is 6.3 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 Forestville, California?
The top-ranked school in Forestville on MySchoolScout is Laguna High with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Forestville, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Forestville on MySchoolScout is Forestville Academy with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Forestville, California?
The top-ranked high school in Forestville on MySchoolScout is Laguna High with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Forestville, California?
Forestville is served by 2 school districts: West Sonoma County Union High, Forestville Union Elementary.
What is the education level in Forestville, California?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Forestville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Forestville, California?
The median household income in Forestville is approximately $96,023 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Forestville, California?
Yes, Forestville has 2 private schools alongside 3 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Forestville, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Forestville is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Forestville, 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.