5.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lompoc, California

24 schools · 14 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 4 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 20

Private: 4

Districts: 5

Avg Rating: 5.2/10

Estimated Scores: 10%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.2/10
Median household income: $76,241
Median home value: $460,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 17%
Avg commute: 27 min
Owner-occupied homes: 56%

How Lompoc compares

California rank

#546 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.1

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$76k

77% of California median

Schools in this city

21

About Schools in Lompoc, California

Lompoc, California is home to 24 schools, including 20 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 14 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Lompoc show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Lompoc is Trivium Charter School Voyage with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lompoc is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 10,279 students.

Lompoc's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,241. The poverty rate in the area is 14.1%.

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 (24) Elementary (14) Middle (2) High (4)

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (24) Academics (24) Growth (19) Diversity (19) Resources (19)

Filter by ZIP: 93438 (17) 93436 (7)

Elementary Schools

14 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Manzanita Public Charter 458 students · Kindergarten–6th	458	Kindergarten–6th	7.3
2	Mission Valley 55 students · Kindergarten–8th	55	Kindergarten–8th	6.5
3	Arthur Hapgood Elementary 735 students · Kindergarten–6th	735	Kindergarten–6th	5.9
4	Leonora Fillmore Elementary 490 students · Kindergarten–6th	490	Kindergarten–6th	5.2
5	La Honda STEAM Academy 502 students · Kindergarten–6th	502	Kindergarten–6th	5.2
6	Clarence Ruth Elementary 457 students · Kindergarten–6th	457	Kindergarten–6th	5.1
7	Buena Vista Elementary 524 students · Kindergarten–6th	524	Kindergarten–6th	5.0
8	Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy 406 students · Kindergarten–6th	406	Kindergarten–6th	4.4
9	Crestview Elementary 390 students · Kindergarten–6th	390	Kindergarten–6th	4.3
10	Miguelito Elementary 629 students · Kindergarten–6th	629	Kindergarten–6th	4.3
11	La Canada Elementary 550 students · Kindergarten–6th	550	Kindergarten–6th	3.2
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	LA PURISIMA CONCEPCION SCHOOL Private 99 students · Pre-K–8th	99	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	La Purisima Concepcion Elementary Private 89 students · Kindergarten–8th	89	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
3	CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Private 11 students · Pre-K–8th	11	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lompoc Valley Middle 769 students · 7th–8th	769	7th–8th	5.0
2	Vandenberg Middle 574 students · 7th–8th	574	7th–8th	4.1

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Maple High 125 students · 9th–12th	125	9th–12th	5.4
2	Lompoc High 1,649 students · 9th–12th	1,649	9th–12th	5.0
3	Cabrillo High 1,074 students · 9th–12th	1,074	9th–12th	4.9
4	Dr Bob Forinash Community Day 26 students · 7th–12th	26	7th–12th	—

Other Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Trivium Charter School Voyage 289 students · Kindergarten–12th	289	Kindergarten–12th	7.6
2	Trivium Charter School Adventure 257 students · Kindergarten–12th	257	Kindergarten–12th	4.9
3	Trivium Charter 320 students · Kindergarten–12th	320	Kindergarten–12th	4.9
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	LOMPOC VALLEY BAPTIST SCHOOL Private 62 students · Kindergarten–12th	62	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Lompoc

Lompoc, California · 24 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$76,241

Median Home Value

$460,100

Median Rent

$1,578/mo

Population

55,834

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

56%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Community Profile

Lompoc has a median household income of $76,241. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $460,100, with a median rent of $1,578/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.1%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 24
Elementary: 14
Middle: 2
High: 4
Districts: 5
Avg Rating: 5.2/10

Resources

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School Districts (5)

Trivium Charter School Adventure District

1 school · 257 students

Manzanita Public Charter District

1 school · 458 students

Trivium Charter School Voyage District

1 school · 289 students

Trivium Charter District

1 school · 320 students

Lompoc Unified

16 schools · 8,955 students

Nearby Cities

Los Alamos (1 school)

10 mi

Orcutt (9 schools)

14 mi

Santa Maria (37 schools)

Guadalupe (2 schools)

21 mi

Solvang (5 schools)

19 mi

Los Olivos (6 schools)

19 mi

Santa Ynez (4 schools)

20 mi

Nipomo (5 schools)

25 mi

Arroyo Grande (12 schools)

31 mi

Oceano (1 school)

31 mi

Grover Beach (4 schools)

32 mi

Pismo Beach (3 schools)

35 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 Lompoc, California

How many schools are in Lompoc, California?

Lompoc has 24 schools, including 20 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lompoc, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lompoc is 5.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Lompoc, California?

The top-ranked school in Lompoc on MySchoolScout is Trivium Charter School Voyage with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lompoc, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lompoc on MySchoolScout is Manzanita Public Charter with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Lompoc, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Lompoc on MySchoolScout is Lompoc Valley Middle with a composite score of 5.0/10.

What is the best high school in Lompoc, California?

The top-ranked high school in Lompoc on MySchoolScout is Maple High with a composite score of 5.4/10.

How many school districts serve Lompoc, California?

Lompoc is served by 5 school districts: Trivium Charter School Adventure District, Manzanita Public Charter District, Trivium Charter School Voyage District, Trivium Charter District, Lompoc Unified.

What is the education level in Lompoc, California?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Lompoc have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lompoc, California?

The median household income in Lompoc is approximately $76,241 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Lompoc, California?

Yes, Lompoc has 4 private schools alongside 20 public schools. The top-rated private school is Lompoc Valley Baptist School with a score of 5.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lompoc, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lompoc is 19.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lompoc, 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.