Best Schools in Orangevale, California
21 schools · 11 Elementary · 2 Middle · 5 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Orangevale?
Use this page to compare every school in Orangevale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Pershing Elementary
Elementary · San Juan Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Orangevale Seventh-day Adventist School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Odyssey Learning Center
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Orangevale for 2026 are Pershing Elementary (7.2/10), Orangevale Seventh-day Adventist School (6.5/10), and Odyssey Learning Center (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 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
21
12 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$500,000
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
21
12 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$500,000
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 7.2/10 despite 40% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 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 Orangevale schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Orangevale schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Orangevale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 21). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pershing Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Orangevale Seventh-day Adventist School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Odyssey Learning Center | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Lake View Charter | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Twin Lakes Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Casa Roble Fundamental High | 5.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Oakview Community Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Almondale Academy | 5.1 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $93,613
- Median home value
- $500,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
7% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Orangevale compares
California rank
#519 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$94k
94% of California median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Orangevale, California
Orangevale has 12 ranked public schools, spanning elementary and middle grades, with a city average score of 5.1 out of 10. Most schools land in the mid-range — adequate but not exceptional. Only 2 of the 12, or 17%, score 7 or above, which means high-performing options are concentrated rather than spread evenly across the city. Parents who care about academics need to be deliberate about where they look.
The highest-rated school in Orangevale is Pershing Elementary, scoring 7.6 out of 10 — the only school in the city that clears 7.5. Andrew Carnegie Middle is the other school above the 7-point threshold, at 7.1. Together, these two form a clear top tier. For families with elementary-age children, Pershing is the obvious first stop. For middle school, Carnegie stands apart from the rest of the city and earns serious attention from parents focused on academic performance.
The next group includes Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary (6.0) and Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle (5.8). Both are fundamental schools, which typically run a structured, traditional academic model — a deliberate alternative to the standard curriculum. Parents who prefer that approach will find two above-average options here. Ottomon Way Elementary rounds out the top five at 5.4, just above the city average.
Practically speaking, Orangevale rewards planning. The 2.5-point gap between the city average (5.1) and top scorer Pershing (7.6) is wide enough that address really matters. Elementary families should look first at Pershing; middle school families should prioritize Carnegie. If either school falls outside your attendance zone, the fundamental programs at Green Oaks and Louis Pasteur offer a structured alternative with scores above average. With only 17% of schools reaching the 7-point mark, checking enrollment eligibility before committing to a neighborhood is the most useful step a parent can take in Orangevale.
Elementary Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 503 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 | ||
| 2 | 305 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | 484 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.3 | ||
| 4 | 425 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 5 | 398 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.7 | ||
| 6 | 247 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.2 | ||
| 7 | 296 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.2 | ||
| 8 | 305 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.2 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 112 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.5 | ||
| 2 | 26 students · Kindergarten–6th | — | ||
Show all 11 elementary schools in Orangevale
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 703 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 698 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,103 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Ihs Christian School
Private
48 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | House of Bread Christian Academy
Private
255 students · Kindergarten–10th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | South Sutter
Private
8 students · Kindergarten–11th | — | ||
| 4 | Odyssey Learning Center
Private
53 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 836 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.4 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Odyssey Learning Center
Private
71 students · 4th–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 2 | Almondale Academy
Private
41 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.1 | ||
Schools in Orangevale
Orangevale, California · 21 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$93,613
Median Home Value
$500,000
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
31,895
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Community Profile
Orangevale has a median household income of $93,613. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $500,000, with a median rent of $1,841/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% 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
- 11
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 5
- Other
- 3
Resources
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 Orangevale, California
How many schools are in Orangevale, California?
Orangevale has 21 schools, including 12 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orangevale, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orangevale is 5.3 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 Orangevale, California?
The top-ranked school in Orangevale on MySchoolScout is Pershing Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Orangevale, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Orangevale on MySchoolScout is Pershing Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Orangevale, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Orangevale on MySchoolScout is Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Orangevale, California?
The top-ranked high school in Orangevale on MySchoolScout is Casa Roble Fundamental High with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Orangevale, California?
Orangevale is served by 4 school districts: Golden Valley Orchard District, Golden Valley River District, Lake View Charter District, San Juan Unified.
What is the education level in Orangevale, California?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Orangevale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orangevale, California?
The median household income in Orangevale is approximately $93,613 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Orangevale, California?
Yes, Orangevale has 9 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Orangevale Seventh-day Adventist School with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orangevale, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orangevale is 18.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orangevale, 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.