Best Schools in Lemoore, California
19 schools · 12 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High
Choosing a school in Lemoore?
Use this page to compare every school in Lemoore by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Island Elementary
Elementary · Island Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lemoore Middle College High
High · Lemoore Middle College High District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Freedom Elementary
Elementary · Lemoore Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lemoore for 2026 are Island Elementary (8.9/10), Lemoore Middle College High (8.7/10), and Freedom Elementary (8.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 17 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
19
17 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$324,100
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
19
17 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$324,100
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Rates 8.7/10 despite 74% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Lemoore schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +3.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lemoore schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lemoore
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (17 of 19). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Island Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Lemoore Middle College High | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Freedom Elementary | 8.7 / 10 |
| 4 | R. J. Neutra | 8.5 / 10 |
| 5 | P. W. Engvall Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Liberty Middle | 8.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Cinnamon Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Meadow Lane Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Lemoore University Elementary Charter | 7.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Lemoore High | 7.8 / 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
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $78,181
- Median home value
- $324,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 48%
76% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lemoore compares
California rank
#57 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.4
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$78k
78% of California median
Schools in this city
17
About Schools in Lemoore, California
Lemoore's public school system spans 16 ranked schools, a compact landscape covering the full K-12 range within the city. The system performs well above expectations for a mid-sized Central Valley city: the average score across all 16 schools is 7.1 out of 10, and 11 of those schools — 69% — score 7.0 or higher. That consistency matters. Most families here have real choices, not a single standout surrounded by weaker options.
Elementary options drive Lemoore's highest ratings. R. J. Neutra leads the city at 9.2 out of 10, a score that holds up against top performers in far larger California metros. Island Elementary follows at 8.6, with P. W. Engvall Elementary at 8.4 and Akers Elementary at 8.2. Four of the city's top five schools are elementary campuses — parents enrolling young children have multiple strong options concentrated in one city.
Lemoore High rounds out the top five at 8.2 out of 10, matching Akers Elementary exactly. An 8.2 at the high school level carries real weight. High school ratings reflect academic outcomes, graduation rates, and college readiness measures — categories where many Central Valley cities see their numbers fall off from their elementary peaks. Lemoore's high school holding pace with its top elementary schools signals that academic quality carries through the pipeline, not just in the early grades.
For parents comparing districts across Kings County or shopping the broader Central Valley, Lemoore's 7.1 system average and 69% high-performer rate make a clear case. Families with younger children benefit most: the cluster of high-scoring elementary campuses means neighborhood choice is less consequential than in cities where one school dominates. Families with high-school-age students get a single strong option without the complexity of weighing multiple campuses. Lemoore is a consistent, K-12 performer — a practical market for school-driven relocation decisions.
Elementary Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 367 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 405 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 424 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 |
| 4 | 531 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.4 |
| 5 | 473 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 |
| 6 | 468 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.8 |
| 7 | 656 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.4 |
| 8 | 511 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 |
| 9 | 290 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.7 |
| 10 | 225 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 |
Show all 12 elementary schools in Lemoore
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 676 students · 7th–8th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 145 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 7 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 251 students · 9th–12th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 1,825 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 92 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 4 | 141 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Lemoore
Lemoore, California · 19 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,181
Median Home Value
$324,100
Median Rent
$1,470/mo
Population
37,443
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
48%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Community Profile
Lemoore has a median household income of $78,181. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $324,100, with a median rent of $1,470/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.1%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 12
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 4
Resources
School Districts (6)
Lemoore Online College Preparatory High District
1 school · 141 students
Lemoore Middle College High District
1 school · 251 students
Central Union Elementary
4 schools · 1,596 students
Island Union Elementary
1 school · 367 students
Lemoore Union Elementary
8 schools · 3,216 students
Lemoore Union High
2 schools · 1,917 students
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Lemoore, California
How many schools are in Lemoore, California?
Lemoore has 19 schools, including 17 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lemoore, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lemoore is 7.7 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 Lemoore, California?
The top-ranked school in Lemoore on MySchoolScout is Island Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lemoore, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lemoore on MySchoolScout is Island Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Lemoore, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Lemoore on MySchoolScout is Liberty Middle with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in Lemoore, California?
The top-ranked high school in Lemoore on MySchoolScout is Lemoore Middle College High with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Lemoore, California?
Lemoore is served by 6 school districts: Lemoore Online College Preparatory High District, Lemoore Middle College High District, Central Union Elementary, Island Union Elementary, Lemoore Union Elementary, Lemoore Union High.
What is the education level in Lemoore, California?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Lemoore have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lemoore, California?
The median household income in Lemoore is approximately $78,181 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Lemoore, California?
Yes, Lemoore has 2 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is Mary Immaculate Queen School with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lemoore, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lemoore is 18.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lemoore, 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.