Best Schools in Loyalton, California
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Loyalton High
High · Sierra-plumas Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Loyalton Elementary
Elementary · Sierra-plumas Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$262,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$262,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Loyalton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Loyalton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Loyalton High | 5.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Loyalton Elementary | 4.8 / 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
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $44,417
- Median home value
- $262,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Loyalton compares
Median household income
$44k
45% of California median
About Schools in Loyalton, California
Loyalton, California is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.9 out of 10, schools in Loyalton 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 Loyalton is Loyalton High with a composite score of 5.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Loyalton is served by 1 school district: Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 403 students.
Loyalton's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,417. The poverty rate in the area is 20.4%.
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 | 194 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 154 students · 7th–12th | 5.0 |
| 2 | 5 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Loyalton
Loyalton, California · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$44,417
Median Home Value
$262,800
Population
1,492
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Community Profile
Loyalton has a median household income of $44,417. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $262,800. The area has a poverty rate of 20.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Loyalton, California
How many schools are in Loyalton, California?
Loyalton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Loyalton, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Loyalton is 4.9 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 Loyalton, California?
The top-ranked school in Loyalton on MySchoolScout is Loyalton High with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Loyalton, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Loyalton on MySchoolScout is Loyalton Elementary with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Loyalton, California?
The top-ranked high school in Loyalton on MySchoolScout is Loyalton High with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Loyalton, California?
Loyalton is served by 1 school district: Sierra-plumas Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Loyalton, California?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Loyalton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Loyalton, California?
The median household income in Loyalton is approximately $44,417 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Loyalton, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Loyalton is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Loyalton, 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.