Best Schools in Pacoima, California
14 schools · 9 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Pacoima by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Montague Charter Academy
Elementary · Montague Charter Academy District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hillery T. Broadous Elementary
Elementary · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Charles Maclay Middle
Middle · Los Angeles Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pacoima for 2026 are Montague Charter Academy (8.8/10), Hillery T. Broadous Elementary (7.9/10), and Charles Maclay Middle (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
14
11 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$609,300
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
14
11 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$609,300
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Rates 8.8/10 despite 86% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.4 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 Pacoima schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pacoima schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pacoima
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 rated schools; 14 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montague Charter Academy | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Hillery T. Broadous Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Charles Maclay Middle | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Telfair Avenue Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Pacoima Middle | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Bert Corona Charter High | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Sara Coughlin Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Bert Corona Charter | 5.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Haddon Avenue Elementary | 5.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Pacoima Charter Elementary | 5.2 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $82,025
- Median home value
- $609,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
46% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pacoima compares
California rank
#177 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$82k
82% of California median
Schools in this city
13
Pacoima's public schools split across 6 districts
No single ISD owns Pacoima. The public campuses divide among 6 districts.
The largest shares: Los Angeles Unified (6), Bert Corona Charter District (1), Bert Corona Charter High District (1).
Among 10 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.2 to 8.8 — the spread is inside Pacoima, not a citywide average.
- Los Angeles Unified6 public · 55%
- Bert Corona Charter District1 public · 9%
- Bert Corona Charter High District1 public · 9%
- Fenton Primary Center District1 public · 9%
- Montague Charter Academy District1 public · 9%
About Schools in Pacoima, California
Pacoima, California is home to 14 schools, including 11 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Pacoima 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 Pacoima is Montague Charter Academy with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pacoima is served by 6 school districts. These districts collectively serve 422,701 students.
Pacoima's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,025. The poverty rate in the area is 16.9%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 854 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 | ||
| 2 | 392 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 | ||
| 3 | 528 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 7.7 | ||
| 4 | 558 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 | ||
| 5 | 435 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 6 | 623 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.4 | ||
| 7 | 824 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.2 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 154 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Guardian Angel ElementaryPrivate 163 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 280 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 890 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 349 students · 5th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 217 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | New Life Christian AcademyPrivate 15 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Pacoima
Pacoima, California · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,025
Median Home Value
$609,300
Median Rent
$1,818/mo
Population
98,820
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Community Profile
Pacoima has a median household income of $82,025. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $609,300, with a median rent of $1,818/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.9%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
Resources
School Districts (6)
Pacoima Charter Elementary District
1 school · 824 students
Bert Corona Charter District
1 school · 349 students
Bert Corona Charter High District
1 school · 217 students
Fenton Primary Center District
1 school · 528 students
Montague Charter Academy District
1 school · 854 students
Los Angeles Unified
785 schools · 419,929 students
Other Major Cities in California
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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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Pacoima, California
How many schools are in Pacoima, California?
Pacoima has 14 schools, including 11 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pacoima, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pacoima 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 Pacoima, California?
The top-ranked school in Pacoima on MySchoolScout is Montague Charter Academy with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pacoima, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pacoima on MySchoolScout is Montague Charter Academy with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Pacoima, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Pacoima on MySchoolScout is Charles Maclay Middle with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Pacoima, California?
The top-ranked high school in Pacoima on MySchoolScout is Bert Corona Charter High with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Pacoima, California?
Pacoima is served by 6 school districts: Pacoima Charter Elementary District, Bert Corona Charter District, Bert Corona Charter High District, Fenton Primary Center District, Montague Charter Academy District, Los Angeles Unified.
What is the education level in Pacoima, California?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Pacoima have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pacoima, California?
The median household income in Pacoima is approximately $82,025 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Pacoima, California?
Yes, Pacoima has 3 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Mary Immaculate Elementary School with a score of 6.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pacoima, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pacoima is 18.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pacoima, 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.