Best Schools in Lone Pine, California
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Lo-inyo Elementary
Elementary · Lone Pine Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lone Pine High
High · Lone Pine Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$192,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$192,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lone Pine schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lone Pine
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 | Lo-inyo Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Lone Pine High | 7.5 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $49,635
- Median home value
- $192,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 58%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lone Pine compares
Median household income
$50k
50% of California median
About Schools in Lone Pine, California
Lone Pine, 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 7.8 out of 10, schools in Lone Pine perform strongly 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 Lone Pine is Lo-inyo Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lone Pine is served by 1 school district: Lone Pine Unified. These districts collectively serve 299 students.
Lone Pine's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,635. The poverty rate in the area is 14.8%.
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 | 195 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 104 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Lone Pine
Lone Pine, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$49,635
Median Home Value
$192,800
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
1,394
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
58%
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Community Profile
Lone Pine has a median household income of $49,635. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $192,800, with a median rent of $777/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lone Pine, California
How many schools are in Lone Pine, California?
Lone Pine has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lone Pine, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lone Pine is 7.8 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 Lone Pine, California?
The top-ranked school in Lone Pine on MySchoolScout is Lo-inyo Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lone Pine, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lone Pine on MySchoolScout is Lo-inyo Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Lone Pine, California?
The top-ranked high school in Lone Pine on MySchoolScout is Lone Pine High with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Lone Pine, California?
Lone Pine is served by 1 school district: Lone Pine Unified.
What is the education level in Lone Pine, California?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Lone Pine have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lone Pine, California?
The median household income in Lone Pine is approximately $49,635 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lone Pine, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lone Pine is 17.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lone Pine, 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.