Best Schools in Happy Camp, California
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Happy Camp by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Happy Camp High
High · Siskiyou Union High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Happy Camp Union Elementary
Elementary · Happy Camp Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$161,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$161,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Happy Camp
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Happy Camp High | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Happy Camp Union Elementary | 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $40,333
- Median home value
- $161,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Happy Camp compares
Median household income
$40k
40% of California median
About Schools in Happy Camp, California
Happy Camp, California is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Happy Camp 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 Happy Camp is Happy Camp High with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Happy Camp is served by 2 school districts: Happy Camp Union Elementary, Siskiyou Union High. These districts collectively serve 630 students.
Happy Camp's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $40,333. The poverty rate in the area is 22.2%.
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 | 115 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 56 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Happy Camp
Happy Camp, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$40,333
Median Home Value
$161,700
Median Rent
$685/mo
Population
647
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
57%
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Community Profile
Happy Camp has a median household income of $40,333. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,700, with a median rent of $685/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Happy Camp, California
How many schools are in Happy Camp, California?
Happy Camp has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Happy Camp, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Happy Camp is 5.7 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 Happy Camp, California?
The top-ranked school in Happy Camp on MySchoolScout is Happy Camp High with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Happy Camp, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Happy Camp on MySchoolScout is Happy Camp Union Elementary with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in Happy Camp, California?
The top-ranked high school in Happy Camp on MySchoolScout is Happy Camp High with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Happy Camp, California?
Happy Camp is served by 2 school districts: Happy Camp Union Elementary, Siskiyou Union High.
What is the education level in Happy Camp, California?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Happy Camp have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Happy Camp, California?
The median household income in Happy Camp is approximately $40,333 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Happy Camp, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Happy Camp is 18.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Happy Camp, 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.