Best Schools in Lost Hills, California
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Lost Hills by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lost Hills Elementary
Elementary · Lost Hills Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
A. M. Thomas Middle
Middle · Lost Hills Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wonderful College Prep Academy - Lost Hills
Other · Wonderful College Prep Academy - Lost Hills District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lost Hills for 2026 are Lost Hills Elementary (6.9/10), A. M. Thomas Middle (6.3/10), and Wonderful College Prep Academy - Lost Hills (4.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$165,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$165,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Lost Hills schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Lost Hills
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lost Hills Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | A. M. Thomas Middle | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Wonderful College Prep Academy - Lost Hills | 4.4 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $43,224
- Median home value
- $165,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 3%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 32%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lost Hills compares
California rank
#405 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$43k
43% of California median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Lost Hills, California
Lost Hills, California is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Lost Hills 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 Lost Hills is Lost Hills Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lost Hills is served by 2 school districts: Wonderful College Prep Academy - Lost Hills District, Lost Hills Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 809 students.
Lost Hills's community shows 3% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $43,224. The poverty rate in the area is 24.6%.
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 | 193 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 538 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.4 |
Schools in Lost Hills
Lost Hills, California · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$43,224
Median Home Value
$165,900
Median Rent
$844/mo
Population
2,164
College Educated
3%
Homeownership
32%
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Community Profile
Lost Hills has a median household income of $43,224. It is a community where 3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $165,900, with a median rent of $844/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Lost Hills, California
How many schools are in Lost Hills, California?
Lost Hills has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lost Hills, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lost Hills is 5.9 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 Lost Hills, California?
The top-ranked school in Lost Hills on MySchoolScout is Lost Hills Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lost Hills, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lost Hills on MySchoolScout is Lost Hills Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Lost Hills, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Lost Hills on MySchoolScout is A. M. Thomas Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Lost Hills, California?
Lost Hills is served by 2 school districts: Wonderful College Prep Academy - Lost Hills District, Lost Hills Union Elementary.
What is the education level in Lost Hills, California?
According to Census data, 3% of adults in Lost Hills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lost Hills, California?
The median household income in Lost Hills is approximately $43,224 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lost Hills, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lost Hills is 24.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lost Hills, 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.