Best Schools in Middletown, California
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Middletown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lake County International Charter
Elementary · Lake County International Charter District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Coyote Valley Elementary
Elementary · Middletown Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Middletown High
High · Middletown Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Middletown for 2026 are Lake County International Charter (8.0/10), Coyote Valley Elementary (8.0/10), and Middletown High (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$385,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$385,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +22.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Middletown schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Middletown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lake County International Charter | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Coyote Valley Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Middletown High | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Middletown Middle | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Minnie Cannon Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Cobb Mountain Elementary | 4.1 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $81,830
- Median home value
- $385,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
57% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Middletown compares
California rank
#244 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$82k
82% of California median
Schools in this city
7
Middletown Unified runs 86% of Middletown's public schools
Middletown touches 2 districts, but Middletown Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Middletown Unified accounts for 6 of 7 public schools (86%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.1 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Middletown, not a citywide average.
- Middletown Unified6 public · 86%
- Lake County International Charter District1 public · 14%
About Schools in Middletown, California
Middletown, California is home to 8 schools, including 7 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Middletown show moderate performance 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 Middletown is Lake County International Charter with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Middletown is served by 2 school districts: Lake County International Charter District, Middletown Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,562 students.
Middletown's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,830. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 86 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 498 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 198 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 137 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.1 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 214 students · 7th–8th | 7.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Middletown Adventist SchoolPrivate 46 students · 1st–7th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 406 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 21 students · 11th–12th | — |
Schools in Middletown
Middletown, California · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$81,830
Median Home Value
$385,000
Median Rent
$2,192/mo
Population
3,720
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Community Profile
Middletown has a median household income of $81,830. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $385,000, with a median rent of $2,192/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Middletown, California
How many schools are in Middletown, California?
Middletown has 8 schools, including 7 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Middletown, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Middletown is 6.6 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 Middletown, California?
The top-ranked school in Middletown on MySchoolScout is Lake County International Charter with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Middletown, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Middletown on MySchoolScout is Lake County International Charter with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Middletown, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Middletown on MySchoolScout is Middletown Middle with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Middletown, California?
The top-ranked high school in Middletown on MySchoolScout is Middletown High with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Middletown, California?
Middletown is served by 2 school districts: Lake County International Charter District, Middletown Unified.
What is the education level in Middletown, California?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Middletown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Middletown, California?
The median household income in Middletown is approximately $81,830 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Middletown, California?
Yes, Middletown has 1 private school alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Middletown Adventist School with a score of 4.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Middletown, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Middletown is 22.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Middletown, 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.