Best Schools in Mecca, California
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Mecca Elementary
Elementary · Coachella Valley Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Saul Martinez Elementary
Elementary · Coachella Valley Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$206,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$206,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Mecca schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Mecca
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mecca Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Saul Martinez Elementary | 6.7 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $43,464
- Median home value
- $206,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 3%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mecca compares
Median household income
$43k
44% of California median
Coachella Valley Unified runs Mecca's public schools
2 public schools. Coachella Valley Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Mecca is a Coachella Valley Unified school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.7 to 7.7 — the spread is inside Mecca, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Mecca, California
Mecca, California is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Mecca perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Mecca is Mecca Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mecca is served by 1 school district: Coachella Valley Unified. These districts collectively serve 16,046 students.
Mecca's community shows 3% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $43,464. The poverty rate in the area is 16.3%.
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 | 703 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 977 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 |
Schools in Mecca
Mecca, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$43,464
Median Home Value
$206,900
Median Rent
$961/mo
Population
10,779
College Educated
3%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Community Profile
Mecca has a median household income of $43,464. It is a community where 3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $206,900, with a median rent of $961/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- California
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- 2
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Common questions about schools in Mecca, California
How many schools are in Mecca, California?
Mecca has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mecca, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mecca is 7.2 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 Mecca, California?
The top-ranked school in Mecca on MySchoolScout is Mecca Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mecca, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mecca on MySchoolScout is Mecca Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Mecca, California?
Mecca is served by 1 school district: Coachella Valley Unified.
What is the education level in Mecca, California?
According to Census data, 3% of adults in Mecca have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mecca, California?
The median household income in Mecca is approximately $43,464 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mecca, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mecca is 20.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mecca, 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.