Best Schools in La Cañada, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$2,000,001
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$2,000,001
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $221,451
- Median home value
- $2,000,001
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 76%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How La Cañada compares
Median household income
$221k
222% of California median
About Schools in La Cañada, California
La Cañada, California is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
La Cañada's community shows 76% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $221,451. The poverty rate in the area is 3.6%.
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 | 419 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated |
Schools in La Cañada
La Cañada, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$221,451
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,842/mo
Population
20,094
College Educated
76%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Community Profile
La Cañada has a median household income of $221,451. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $2,842/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in La Cañada, California
How many schools are in La Cañada, California?
La Cañada has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the education level in La Cañada, California?
According to Census data, 76% of adults in La Cañada have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in La Cañada, California?
The median household income in La Cañada is approximately $221,451 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in La Cañada, California?
Yes, La Cañada has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in La Cañada, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in La Cañada is 6.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in La Cañada, 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.