Best Schools in Morgan Hill, California
19 schools · 12 Elementary · 1 Middle · 6 High
Choosing a school in Morgan Hill?
Use this page to compare every school in Morgan Hill by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Charter School of Morgan Hill
Elementary · Charter School of Morgan Hill District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Ann Sobrato High
High · Morgan Hill Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Live Oak High
High · Morgan Hill Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Morgan Hill for 2026 are Charter School of Morgan Hill (8.1/10), Ann Sobrato High (7.9/10), and Live Oak High (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
19
11 public · 8 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$1,152,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
19
11 public · 8 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$1,152,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.9/10 despite 32% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Morgan Hill schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +8.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Morgan Hill schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Morgan Hill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 11 rated schools; 19 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charter School of Morgan Hill | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Ann Sobrato High | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Live Oak High | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Lewis H. Britton Middle | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | P. A. Walsh Steam Academy | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Jackson Academy of Music and Math (jamm) | 5.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Nordstrom Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Central High (continuation) | 5.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Paradise Valley Engineering Academy | 4.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Barrett Elementary | 4.2 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $158,256
- Median home value
- $1,152,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
21% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Morgan Hill compares
California rank
#435 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$158k
159% of California median
Schools in this city
14
Morgan Hill Unified runs 91% of Morgan Hill's public schools
Morgan Hill touches 2 districts, but Morgan Hill Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Morgan Hill Unified accounts for 10 of 11 public schools (91%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 11 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.7 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Morgan Hill, not a citywide average.
- Morgan Hill Unified10 public · 91%
- Charter School of Morgan Hill District1 public · 9%
About Schools in Morgan Hill, California
Morgan Hill, California is home to 19 schools, including 11 public schools and 8 private schools. The city's schools span 12 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 6 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Morgan Hill 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 Morgan Hill is Charter School of Morgan Hill with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Morgan Hill is served by 2 school districts: Charter School of Morgan Hill District, Morgan Hill Unified. These districts collectively serve 8,617 students.
Morgan Hill's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $158,256. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.
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
12 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 654 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 410 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 684 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.8 | ||
| 4 | 623 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 5 | 403 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 | ||
| 6 | 400 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.2 | ||
| 7 | 462 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.7 | ||
Private Schools5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Catherine Catholic SchoolPrivate 347 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Crossroads Christian SchoolPrivate 116 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Stratford SchoolPrivate 84 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 12 elementary schools in Morgan Hill
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 613 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,510 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 | ||
| 2 | 1,111 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 | ||
| 3 | 95 students · 10th–12th | 5.3 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Colossians 1:10 AcademyPrivate 6 students · 2nd–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Regina Angelorum AcademyPrivate 7 students · 3rd–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | OakwoodPrivate 566 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Morgan Hill
Morgan Hill, California · 19 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$158,256
Median Home Value
$1,152,400
Median Rent
$2,242/mo
Population
51,517
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Community Profile
Morgan Hill has a median household income of $158,256. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,152,400, with a median rent of $2,242/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 12
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 6
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Morgan Hill, California
How many schools are in Morgan Hill, California?
Morgan Hill has 19 schools, including 11 public and 8 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Morgan Hill, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Morgan Hill is 6.0 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 Morgan Hill, California?
The top-ranked school in Morgan Hill on MySchoolScout is Charter School of Morgan Hill with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Morgan Hill, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Morgan Hill on MySchoolScout is Charter School of Morgan Hill with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Morgan Hill, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Morgan Hill on MySchoolScout is Lewis H. Britton Middle with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Morgan Hill, California?
The top-ranked high school in Morgan Hill on MySchoolScout is Ann Sobrato High with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Morgan Hill, California?
Morgan Hill is served by 2 school districts: Charter School of Morgan Hill District, Morgan Hill Unified.
What is the education level in Morgan Hill, California?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Morgan Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Morgan Hill, California?
The median household income in Morgan Hill is approximately $158,256 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Morgan Hill, California?
Yes, Morgan Hill has 8 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Catherine Catholic School with a score of 6.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Morgan Hill, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Morgan Hill is 17.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Morgan Hill, 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.