Best Schools in Mccloud, California
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Mccloud Elementary
Elementary · Mccloud Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$317,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$317,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Mccloud
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mccloud Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $46,250
- Median home value
- $317,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Mccloud compares
Median household income
$46k
46% of California median
About Schools in Mccloud, California
Mccloud, 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 5.8 out of 10, schools in Mccloud 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 Mccloud is Mccloud Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mccloud is served by 2 school districts: McCloud Union Elementary, Siskiyou Union High. These districts collectively serve 565 students.
Mccloud's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,250. The poverty rate in the area is 20.1%.
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 | 50 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Mccloud
Mccloud, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,250
Median Home Value
$317,600
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
1,076
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
78%
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Community Profile
Mccloud has a median household income of $46,250. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $317,600, with a median rent of $983/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mccloud, California
How many schools are in Mccloud, California?
Mccloud has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mccloud, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mccloud is 5.8 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 Mccloud, California?
The top-ranked school in Mccloud on MySchoolScout is Mccloud Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mccloud, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mccloud on MySchoolScout is Mccloud Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Mccloud, California?
Mccloud is served by 2 school districts: Mccloud Union Elementary, Siskiyou Union High.
What is the education level in Mccloud, California?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Mccloud have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mccloud, California?
The median household income in Mccloud is approximately $46,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mccloud, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mccloud is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mccloud, 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.