7.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in New Cuyama, California

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.5/10
Median household income: $53,603
Median home value: $216,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 31%
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How New Cuyama compares

Median household income

$54k

54% of California median

About Schools in New Cuyama, California

New Cuyama, 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 7.5 out of 10, schools in New Cuyama perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in New Cuyama is Cuyama Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

New Cuyama is served by 1 school district: Cuyama Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 171 students.

New Cuyama's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,603. The poverty rate in the area is 12.5%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Cuyama Elementary 108 students · Kindergarten–8th	108	Kindergarten–8th	7.6

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Cuyama Valley High 63 students · 9th–12th	63	9th–12th	7.4

Schools in New Cuyama

New Cuyama, California · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$53,603

Median Home Value

$216,400

Population

794

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

84%

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Community Profile

New Cuyama has a median household income of $53,603. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,400. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.5/10

Resources

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School District

Cuyama Joint Unified

3 schools · 171 students

Nearby Cities

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Mckittrick (1 school)

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25 mi

Tupman (1 school)

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Buttonwillow (1 school)

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Los Olivos (6 schools)

Santa Ynez (4 schools)

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Solvang (4 schools)

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in New Cuyama, California

How many schools are in New Cuyama, California?

New Cuyama has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in New Cuyama, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Cuyama is 7.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in New Cuyama, California?

The top-ranked school in New Cuyama on MySchoolScout is Cuyama Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in New Cuyama, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in New Cuyama on MySchoolScout is Cuyama Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best high school in New Cuyama, California?

The top-ranked high school in New Cuyama on MySchoolScout is Cuyama Valley High with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve New Cuyama, California?

New Cuyama is served by 1 school district: Cuyama Joint Unified.

What is the education level in New Cuyama, California?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in New Cuyama have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in New Cuyama, California?

The median household income in New Cuyama is approximately $53,603 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in New Cuyama, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Cuyama is 16.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Cuyama, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.