6.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Loyalton, California

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.0/10
Median household income: $44,417
Median home value: $262,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 22%
Owner-occupied homes: 82%

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 6.0 out of 10, schools in Loyalton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Loyalton is Loyalton Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Loyalton Elementary 194 students · Kindergarten–6th	194	Kindergarten–6th	6.4

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Loyalton High 154 students · 7th–12th	154	7th–12th	5.5
2	Sierra Pass (Continuation) 5 students · 9th–12th	5	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.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 3
Elementary: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Resources

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School District

Sierra-Plumas Joint Unified

5 schools · 403 students

Nearby Cities

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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 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 6.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Loyalton on MySchoolScout is Loyalton Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.

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 6.4/10.

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 5.5/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.