Best Schools in O'neals, California
5 schools · 1 Elementary · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in O'neals by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Minarets Charter High
High · Chawanakee Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Chawanakee Academy Charter
Other · Chawanakee Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Minarets High
High · Chawanakee Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in O'neals for 2026 are Minarets Charter High (8.1/10), Chawanakee Academy Charter (7.4/10), and Minarets High (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$366,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$366,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in O'neals
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minarets Charter High | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Chawanakee Academy Charter | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Minarets High | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Spring Valley Elementary | 4.6 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $77,138
- Median home value
- $366,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 1%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How O'neals compares
California rank
#182 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
77% of California median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in O'neals, California
O'neals, California is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in O'neals 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 O'neals is Minarets Charter High with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
O'neals is served by 1 school district: Chawanakee Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,361 students.
O'neals's community shows 1% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,138. The poverty rate in the area is 0.0%.
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 | 254 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 178 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 257 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 17 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 173 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in O'neals
O'neals, California · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,138
Median Home Value
$366,700
Population
1,082
College Educated
1%
Homeownership
59%
Poverty Rate
0.0%
Community Profile
O'neals has a median household income of $77,138. It is a community where 1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $366,700. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in California
Top metros statewide by school count.
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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in O'neals, California
How many schools are in O'neals, California?
O'neals has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in O'neals, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in O'neals is 6.8 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 O'neals, California?
The top-ranked school in O'neals on MySchoolScout is Minarets Charter High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in O'neals, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in O'neals on MySchoolScout is Spring Valley Elementary with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in O'neals, California?
The top-ranked high school in O'neals on MySchoolScout is Minarets Charter High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve O'neals, California?
O'neals is served by 1 school district: Chawanakee Unified.
What is the education level in O'neals, California?
According to Census data, 1% of adults in O'neals have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in O'neals, California?
The median household income in O'neals is approximately $77,138 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in O'neals, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in O'neals is 20.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in O'neals, 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.