Best Schools in Kettleman City, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Kettleman City Elementary
Elementary · Reef-sunset Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$133,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$133,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Kettleman City schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Kettleman City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kettleman City Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $48,781
- Median home value
- $133,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 0%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 16%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Kettleman City compares
Median household income
$49k
49% of California median
About Schools in Kettleman City, California
Kettleman City, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Kettleman City 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 Kettleman City is Kettleman City Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kettleman City is served by 1 school district: Reef-Sunset Unified. These districts collectively serve 2,687 students.
Kettleman City's community shows 0% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,781. The poverty rate in the area is 19.3%.
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 | 243 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.8 |
Schools in Kettleman City
Kettleman City, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,781
Median Home Value
$133,900
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
1,349
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
16%
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Community Profile
Kettleman City has a median household income of $48,781. It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $133,900, with a median rent of $1,063/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
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Common questions about schools in Kettleman City, California
How many schools are in Kettleman City, California?
Kettleman City has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kettleman City, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kettleman City is 5.8 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 Kettleman City, California?
The top-ranked school in Kettleman City on MySchoolScout is Kettleman City Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kettleman City, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kettleman City on MySchoolScout is Kettleman City Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Kettleman City, California?
Kettleman City is served by 1 school district: Reef-sunset Unified.
What is the education level in Kettleman City, California?
According to Census data, 0% of adults in Kettleman City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kettleman City, California?
The median household income in Kettleman City is approximately $48,781 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kettleman City, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kettleman City is 20.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kettleman City, 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.