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6.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Garden Valley, California

1 schools · 1 High

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.0/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$82,500

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$432,700

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
18%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
91%

Of occupied housing units

How Garden Valley compares

Median household income

$83k

83% of California median

About Schools in Garden Valley, California

Garden Valley, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Garden Valley show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Garden Valley is Golden Sierra Junior Senior High with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Garden Valley is served by 1 school district: Black Oak Mine Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,270 students.

Garden Valley's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,500. The poverty rate in the area is 18.9%.

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.

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High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Golden Sierra Junior Senior High
475 students · 7th–12th 		6.0

Schools in Garden Valley

Garden Valley, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$82,500

Median Home Value

$432,700

Median Rent

$2,174/mo

Population

2,653

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

91%

Poverty Rate

18.9%

Community Profile

Garden Valley has a median household income of $82,500. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $432,700, with a median rent of $2,174/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.9%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
California
Total Schools
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.0/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Garden Valley schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Garden Valley 📊 Niche Garden Valley Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School District

Black Oak Mine Unified

6 schools · 1,270 students

Nearby Cities

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El Dorado (4 schools)
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Rescue (3 schools)
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Camino (2 schools)
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Meadow Vista (3 schools)
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Weimar (2 schools)
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Auburn (18 schools)
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Cameron Park (3 schools)
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Shingle Springs (7 schools)
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Colfax (2 schools)
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Newcastle (4 schools)
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El Dorado Hills (25 schools)
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Other Major Cities in California

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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 Garden Valley, California

How many schools are in Garden Valley, California?

Garden Valley has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Garden Valley, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Garden Valley is 6.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Garden Valley, California?

The top-ranked school in Garden Valley on MySchoolScout is Golden Sierra Junior Senior High with a composite score of 6.0/10.

What is the best high school in Garden Valley, California?

The top-ranked high school in Garden Valley on MySchoolScout is Golden Sierra Junior Senior High with a composite score of 6.0/10.

How many school districts serve Garden Valley, California?

Garden Valley is served by 1 school district: Black Oak Mine Unified.

What is the education level in Garden Valley, California?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Garden Valley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Garden Valley, California?

The median household income in Garden Valley is approximately $82,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Garden Valley, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Garden Valley is 18.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Garden Valley, 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.

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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.