Best Schools in Greenfield, California
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Greenfield?
Use this page to compare every school in Greenfield by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mary Chapa Academy
Elementary · Greenfield Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Arroyo Seco Academy
Elementary · Greenfield Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Cesar Chavez Elementary
Elementary · Greenfield Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Greenfield for 2026 are Mary Chapa Academy (7.7/10), Arroyo Seco Academy (7.2/10), and Cesar Chavez Elementary (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$463,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$463,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Greenfield schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Greenfield
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mary Chapa Academy | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Arroyo Seco Academy | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Cesar Chavez Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Oak Avenue Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Greenfield High | 5.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Vista Verde Middle | 4.0 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $77,272
- Median home value
- $463,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 51%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Greenfield compares
California rank
#337 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
78% of California median
Schools in this city
6
Greenfield Union Elementary runs 83% of Greenfield's public schools
Greenfield touches 2 districts, but Greenfield Union Elementary is the one most addresses actually attend.
Greenfield Union Elementary accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.0 to 7.7 — the spread is inside Greenfield, not a citywide average.
- Greenfield Union Elementary5 public · 83%
- South Monterey County Joint Union High1 public · 17%
About Schools in Greenfield, California
Greenfield, California is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Greenfield 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 Greenfield is Mary Chapa Academy with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Greenfield is served by 2 school districts: Greenfield Union Elementary, South Monterey County Joint Union High. These districts collectively serve 6,063 students.
Greenfield's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,272. The poverty rate in the area is 12.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 672 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 630 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 653 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 686 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 690 students · 7th–8th | 4.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,333 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Greenfield
Greenfield, California · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,272
Median Home Value
$463,600
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
21,131
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Community Profile
Greenfield has a median household income of $77,272. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $463,600, with a median rent of $1,658/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.9%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Greenfield, California
How many schools are in Greenfield, California?
Greenfield has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Greenfield, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Greenfield 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 Greenfield, California?
The top-ranked school in Greenfield on MySchoolScout is Mary Chapa Academy with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Greenfield, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Greenfield on MySchoolScout is Mary Chapa Academy with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Greenfield, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Greenfield on MySchoolScout is Vista Verde Middle with a composite score of 4.0/10.
What is the best high school in Greenfield, California?
The top-ranked high school in Greenfield on MySchoolScout is Greenfield High with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Greenfield, California?
Greenfield is served by 2 school districts: Greenfield Union Elementary, South Monterey County Joint Union High.
What is the education level in Greenfield, California?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Greenfield have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Greenfield, California?
The median household income in Greenfield is approximately $77,272 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Greenfield, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Greenfield is 23.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Greenfield, 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.