Best Schools in La Grange, California
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in La Grange by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Don Pedro High
High · Big Oak Flat-groveland Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lake Don Pedro Elementary
Elementary · Mariposa County Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$386,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$386,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in La Grange
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 | Don Pedro High | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Lake Don Pedro Elementary | 3.5 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $74,924
- Median home value
- $386,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How La Grange compares
Median household income
$75k
75% of California median
About Schools in La Grange, California
La Grange, 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 5.0 out of 10, schools in La Grange 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 La Grange is Don Pedro High with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
La Grange is served by 2 school districts: Mariposa County Unified, Big Oak Flat-Groveland Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,917 students.
La Grange's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,924. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
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 | 178 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in La Grange
La Grange, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,924
Median Home Value
$386,800
Median Rent
$1,431/mo
Population
2,339
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
La Grange has a median household income of $74,924. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $386,800, with a median rent of $1,431/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. 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 La Grange, California
How many schools are in La Grange, California?
La Grange has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in La Grange, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in La Grange is 5.0 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 La Grange, California?
The top-ranked school in La Grange on MySchoolScout is Don Pedro High with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in La Grange, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in La Grange on MySchoolScout is Lake Don Pedro Elementary with a composite score of 3.5/10.
What is the best high school in La Grange, California?
The top-ranked high school in La Grange on MySchoolScout is Don Pedro High with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve La Grange, California?
La Grange is served by 2 school districts: Mariposa County Unified, Big Oak Flat-groveland Unified.
What is the education level in La Grange, California?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in La Grange have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in La Grange, California?
The median household income in La Grange is approximately $74,924 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in La Grange, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in La Grange is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in La Grange, 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.