Best Schools in Grimes, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Grand Island Elementary
Elementary · Pierce Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Grimes
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 1 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Island Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
0% of schools rated 7+
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
Pierce Joint Unified runs Grimes's public schools
1 public school. Pierce Joint Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Grimes is a Pierce Joint Unified school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Grimes, California
Grimes, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Grimes 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 Grimes is Grand Island Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Grimes is served by 1 school district: Pierce Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,494 students.
Grimes's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 43.1%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.3 |
Schools in Grimes
Grimes, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Rent
$795/mo
Population
452
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
55%
Poverty Rate
43.1%
Community Profile
It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 43.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Grimes, California
How many schools are in Grimes, California?
Grimes has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grimes, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grimes is 5.3 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 Grimes, California?
The top-ranked school in Grimes on MySchoolScout is Grand Island Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grimes, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grimes on MySchoolScout is Grand Island Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Grimes, California?
Grimes is served by 1 school district: Pierce Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Grimes, California?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Grimes have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grimes, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grimes is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grimes, 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.