5.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in King City, California

9 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 8

Private: 1

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 5.0/10

Estimated Scores: 13%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.0/10
Median household income: $72,555
Median home value: $404,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 15%
Avg commute: 28 min
Owner-occupied homes: 53%

How King City compares

California rank

#571 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.3

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$73k

73% of California median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in King City, California

King City, California is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in King City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in King City is King City Arts Magnet with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

King City is served by 3 school districts: Bitterwater-Tully Elementary, South Monterey County Joint Union High, King City Union. These districts collectively serve 5,309 students.

King City's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,555. The poverty rate in the area is 17.5%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (9) Elementary (4) Middle (1) High (3)

Filter by Type: All Types (9) Public (8) Private (1)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (9) Academics (9) Growth (6) Diversity (7) Resources (7)

Filter by ZIP: 93930 (9)

Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	King City Arts Magnet 447 students · Kindergarten–5th	447	Kindergarten–5th	6.0
2	Del Rey Elementary 617 students · Kindergarten–5th	617	Kindergarten–5th	5.1
3	Santa Lucia Elementary 635 students · Kindergarten–5th	635	Kindergarten–5th	4.7
4	Bitterwater-Tully Elementary 26 students · Kindergarten–8th	26	Kindergarten–8th	—

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Chalone Peaks Middle 853 students · 6th–8th	853	6th–8th	5.2

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Portola-Butler Continuation High 59 students · 9th–12th	59	9th–12th	5.9
2	King City High 1,200 students · 9th–12th	1,200	9th–12th	5.1
3	Pinnacle Coastal Valley High 138 students · 9th–12th	138	9th–12th	4.0

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	HILLSVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMIC SCHOOL Private 36 students · 1st–12th	36	1st–12th	Not Rated

Schools in King City

King City, California · 9 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$72,555

Median Home Value

$404,000

Median Rent

$1,537/mo

Population

17,124

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

53%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

17.5%

Community Profile

King City has a median household income of $72,555. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $404,000, with a median rent of $1,537/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.5%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 9
Elementary: 4
Middle: 1
High: 3
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 5.0/10

Resources

🔍 Google "King City schools" 🏫 GreatSchools King City 📊 Niche King City Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (3)

Bitterwater-Tully Elementary

1 school · 26 students

South Monterey County Joint Union High

4 schools · 2,731 students

King City Union

6 schools · 2,552 students

Nearby Cities

San Lucas (1 school)

9 mi

Greenfield (6 schools)

Paso Robles (1 school)

36 mi

Hollister (1 school)

37 mi

San Miguel (1 school)

40 mi

Salinas (13 schools)

42 mi

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 King City, California

How many schools are in King City, California?

King City has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in King City, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in King City is 5.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in King City, California?

The top-ranked school in King City on MySchoolScout is King City Arts Magnet with a composite score of 6.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in King City, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in King City on MySchoolScout is King City Arts Magnet with a composite score of 6.0/10.

What is the best middle school in King City, California?

The top-ranked middle school in King City on MySchoolScout is Chalone Peaks Middle with a composite score of 5.2/10.

What is the best high school in King City, California?

The top-ranked high school in King City on MySchoolScout is Portola-butler Continuation High with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve King City, California?

King City is served by 3 school districts: Bitterwater-tully Elementary, South Monterey County Joint Union High, King City Union.

What is the education level in King City, California?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in King City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in King City, California?

The median household income in King City is approximately $72,555 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in King City, California?

Yes, King City has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Hillsview Christian Academic School with a score of 3.7/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in King City, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in King City is 21.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in King 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.