Best Schools in Orange Cove, California
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Orange Cove?
Use this page to compare every school in Orange Cove by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Citrus Middle
Middle · Kings Canyon Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mccord Elementary
Elementary · Kings Canyon Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
A. L. Conner Elementary
Elementary · Kings Canyon Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Orange Cove for 2026 are Citrus Middle (8.5/10), Mccord Elementary (8.5/10), and A. L. Conner Elementary (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$240,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$240,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +12.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Orange Cove schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Orange Cove
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Citrus Middle | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Mccord Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | A. L. Conner Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Orange Cove High | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Sheridan Elementary | 5.8 / 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
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $39,632
- Median home value
- $240,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 44%
80% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Orange Cove compares
California rank
#30 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.2
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$40k
40% of California median
Schools in this city
5
Kings Canyon Joint Unified runs Orange Cove's public schools
5 public schools. Kings Canyon Joint Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Orange Cove is a Kings Canyon Joint Unified school (5 of 5).
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.8 to 8.5 — the spread is inside Orange Cove, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Orange Cove, California
Orange Cove, California is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Orange Cove 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 Orange Cove is Citrus Middle with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Orange Cove is served by 1 school district: Kings Canyon Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 9,658 students.
Orange Cove's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,632. The poverty rate in the area is 37.7%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 405 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 331 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 403 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 587 students · 6th–8th | 8.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 631 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
Schools in Orange Cove
Orange Cove, California · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,632
Median Home Value
$240,500
Median Rent
$993/mo
Population
10,047
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
37.7%
Community Profile
Orange Cove has a median household income of $39,632. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $240,500, with a median rent of $993/month. The area has a poverty rate of 37.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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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 Orange Cove, California
How many schools are in Orange Cove, California?
Orange Cove has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orange Cove, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orange Cove is 7.5 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 Orange Cove, California?
The top-ranked school in Orange Cove on MySchoolScout is Citrus Middle with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Orange Cove, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Orange Cove on MySchoolScout is Mccord Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Orange Cove, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Orange Cove on MySchoolScout is Citrus Middle with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best high school in Orange Cove, California?
The top-ranked high school in Orange Cove on MySchoolScout is Orange Cove High with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Orange Cove, California?
Orange Cove is served by 1 school district: Kings Canyon Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Orange Cove, California?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Orange Cove have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orange Cove, California?
The median household income in Orange Cove is approximately $39,632 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orange Cove, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orange Cove is 21.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orange Cove, 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.