Best Schools in Galt, California
11 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High
Choosing a school in Galt?
Use this page to compare every school in Galt by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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River Oaks Elementary
Elementary · Galt Joint Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Valley Oaks Elementary
Elementary · Galt Joint Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Liberty Ranch High
High · Galt Joint Union High. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Galt for 2026 are River Oaks Elementary (8.1/10), Valley Oaks Elementary (7.9/10), and Liberty Ranch High (7.7/10), 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
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$487,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$487,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 61% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.2 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 Galt schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +7.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Galt schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Galt
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 11 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | River Oaks Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Valley Oaks Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Liberty Ranch High | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Galt High | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Vernon E. Greer Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Lake Canyon Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle | 6.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Marengo Ranch Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Estrellita Continuation High | 4.4 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $90,933
- Median home value
- $487,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
64% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Galt compares
California rank
#127 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$91k
91% of California median
Schools in this city
11
Galt Joint Union Elementary runs 70% of Galt's public schools
Galt touches 2 districts, but Galt Joint Union Elementary is the one most addresses actually attend.
Galt Joint Union Elementary accounts for 7 of 10 public schools (70%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 3.
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.4 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Galt, not a citywide average.
- Galt Joint Union Elementary7 public · 70%
- Galt Joint Union High3 public · 30%
About Schools in Galt, California
Galt, California is home to 11 schools, including 10 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Galt 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 Galt is River Oaks Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Galt is served by 2 school districts: Galt Joint Union Elementary, Galt Joint Union High. These districts collectively serve 5,360 students.
Galt's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,933. The poverty rate in the area is 8.1%.
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.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 518 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 108 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | 8.1 | ||
| 3 | 515 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.9 | ||
| 4 | 524 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 | ||
| 5 | 464 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.1 | ||
| 6 | 474 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Galt Adventist SchoolPrivate 39 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 771 students · 7th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 943 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 963 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 67 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 |
Schools in Galt
Galt, California · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,933
Median Home Value
$487,500
Median Rent
$1,490/mo
Population
31,889
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Community Profile
Galt has a median household income of $90,933. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $487,500, with a median rent of $1,490/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Galt, California
How many schools are in Galt, California?
Galt has 11 schools, including 10 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Galt, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Galt is 6.9 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 Galt, California?
The top-ranked school in Galt on MySchoolScout is River Oaks Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Galt, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Galt on MySchoolScout is River Oaks Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Galt, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Galt on MySchoolScout is Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Galt, California?
The top-ranked high school in Galt on MySchoolScout is Liberty Ranch High with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Galt, California?
Galt is served by 2 school districts: Galt Joint Union Elementary, Galt Joint Union High.
What is the education level in Galt, California?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Galt have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Galt, California?
The median household income in Galt is approximately $90,933 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Galt, California?
Yes, Galt has 1 private school alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Galt Adventist School with a score of 6.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Galt, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Galt is 20.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Galt, 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.