Best Schools in Parlier, California
8 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Parlier by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Riverview Elementary
Elementary · Kings Canyon Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Parlier Junior High
Middle · Parlier Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Parlier High
High · Parlier Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Parlier for 2026 are Riverview Elementary (8.1/10), Parlier Junior High (6.2/10), and Parlier High (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$239,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$239,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 6.2/10 despite 99% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.9 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 Parlier schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +8.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Parlier schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Parlier
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riverview Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Parlier Junior High | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Parlier High | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | San Joaquin Valley High | 6.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Cesar E Chavez Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | John C Martinez Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | S Ben Benavidez Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Mathew J Brletic Elementary | 4.8 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $51,834
- Median home value
- $239,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 6%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 45%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Parlier compares
California rank
#381 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$52k
52% of California median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Parlier, California
Parlier, California is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Parlier 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 Parlier is Riverview Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Parlier is served by 2 school districts: Kings Canyon Joint Unified, Parlier Unified. These districts collectively serve 12,884 students.
Parlier's community shows 6% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,834. The poverty rate in the area is 28.8%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 490 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 442 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 425 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.6 |
| 4 | 434 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.5 |
| 5 | 408 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 527 students · 7th–8th | 6.2 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 928 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 62 students · 7th–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Parlier
Parlier, California · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$51,834
Median Home Value
$239,600
Median Rent
$1,067/mo
Population
15,108
College Educated
6%
Homeownership
45%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
28.8%
Community Profile
Parlier has a median household income of $51,834. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $239,600, with a median rent of $1,067/month. The area has a poverty rate of 28.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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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 Parlier, California
How many schools are in Parlier, California?
Parlier has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Parlier, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Parlier is 6.0 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 Parlier, California?
The top-ranked school in Parlier on MySchoolScout is Riverview Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Parlier, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Parlier on MySchoolScout is Riverview Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Parlier, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Parlier on MySchoolScout is Parlier Junior High with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Parlier, California?
The top-ranked high school in Parlier on MySchoolScout is Parlier High with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Parlier, California?
Parlier is served by 2 school districts: Kings Canyon Joint Unified, Parlier Unified.
What is the education level in Parlier, California?
According to Census data, 6% of adults in Parlier have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Parlier, California?
The median household income in Parlier is approximately $51,834 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Parlier, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Parlier is 20.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Parlier, 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.