Best Schools in Markleeville, California
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Other
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Diamond Valley Elementary
Elementary · Alpine County Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$481,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$481,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Markleeville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Markleeville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diamond Valley Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $100,909
- Median home value
- $481,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Markleeville compares
Median household income
$101k
101% of California median
About Schools in Markleeville, California
Markleeville, California is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Markleeville 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 Markleeville is Diamond Valley Elementary with a composite score of 5.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Markleeville is served by 2 school districts: Alpine County Unified, Alpine County Office of Education. These districts collectively serve 68 students.
Markleeville's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,909. The poverty rate in the area is 10.8%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 60 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.5 |
| 2 | 6 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 students · 1st–12th | — |
Schools in Markleeville
Markleeville, California · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$100,909
Median Home Value
$481,300
Population
1,273
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
84%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Community Profile
Markleeville has a median household income of $100,909. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $481,300. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Markleeville, California
How many schools are in Markleeville, California?
Markleeville has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Markleeville, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Markleeville is 5.5 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 Markleeville, California?
The top-ranked school in Markleeville on MySchoolScout is Diamond Valley Elementary with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Markleeville, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Markleeville on MySchoolScout is Diamond Valley Elementary with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Markleeville, California?
Markleeville is served by 2 school districts: Alpine County Unified, Alpine County Office of Education.
What is the education level in Markleeville, California?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Markleeville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Markleeville, California?
The median household income in Markleeville is approximately $100,909 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Markleeville, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Markleeville is 9.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Markleeville, 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.