6.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lake Isabella, California

4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.0/10
Median household income: $28,535
Median home value: $203,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 10%
Owner-occupied homes: 70%

How Lake Isabella compares

California rank

#376 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.3

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$29k

29% of California median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Lake Isabella, California

Lake Isabella, California is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Lake Isabella show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Lake Isabella is Kernville Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lake Isabella is served by 2 school districts: Kern High, Kernville Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 43,895 students.

Lake Isabella's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $28,535. The poverty rate in the area is 29.5%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Kernville Elementary 100 students · Kindergarten–5th	100	Kindergarten–5th	8.4
2	Woodrow W. Wallace Elementary 405 students · Kindergarten–5th	405	Kindergarten–5th	4.8

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Woodrow Wallace Middle 274 students · 6th–8th	274	6th–8th	5.3

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Kern Valley High 484 students · 9th–12th	484	9th–12th	5.5

Schools in Lake Isabella

Lake Isabella, California · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$28,535

Median Home Value

$203,500

Median Rent

$1,129/mo

Population

5,622

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

70%

Poverty Rate

29.5%

Community Profile

Lake Isabella has a median household income of $28,535. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $203,500, with a median rent of $1,129/month. The area has a poverty rate of 29.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 4
Elementary: 2
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Lake Isabella schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Lake Isabella 📊 Niche Lake Isabella Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

Kern High

25 schools · 43,116 students

Kernville Union Elementary

3 schools · 779 students

Nearby Cities

Weldon (1 school)

10 mi

Glennville (1 school)

15 mi

Caliente (1 school)

21 mi

California Hot Springs (1 school)

21 mi

Woody (1 school)

22 mi

Tehachapi (3 schools)

35 mi

Bakersfield (28 schools)

Springville (1 school)

39 mi

Other Major Cities in California

Top metros statewide by school count.

Los Angeles 928 schools San Diego 412 schools San Jose 335 schools San Francisco 297 schools Sacramento 273 schools

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 Lake Isabella, California

How many schools are in Lake Isabella, California?

Lake Isabella has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lake Isabella, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Isabella is 6.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Lake Isabella, California?

The top-ranked school in Lake Isabella on MySchoolScout is Kernville Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lake Isabella, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lake Isabella on MySchoolScout is Kernville Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Lake Isabella, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Lake Isabella on MySchoolScout is Woodrow Wallace Middle with a composite score of 5.3/10.

What is the best high school in Lake Isabella, California?

The top-ranked high school in Lake Isabella on MySchoolScout is Kern Valley High with a composite score of 5.5/10.

How many school districts serve Lake Isabella, California?

Lake Isabella is served by 2 school districts: Kern High, Kernville Union Elementary.

What is the education level in Lake Isabella, California?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Lake Isabella have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lake Isabella, California?

The median household income in Lake Isabella is approximately $28,535 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Isabella, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Isabella is 19.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Isabella, 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.