Best Schools in Paso Robles, California
17 schools · 10 Elementary · 2 Middle · 5 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Paso Robles by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Kermit King Elementary
Elementary · Paso Robles Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Independence High
High · Paso Robles Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
St Rose Catholic School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Paso Robles for 2026 are Kermit King Elementary (7.0/10), Independence High (7.0/10), and St Rose Catholic School (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
17
14 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$661,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
17
14 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$661,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 7.0/10 despite 64% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 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 Paso Robles schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Paso Robles schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Paso Robles
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 17). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kermit King Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Independence High | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | St Rose Catholic School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Almond Acres Charter Academy | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Paso Robles High | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | George H. Flamson Middle | 5.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Cappy Culver Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Daniel Lewis Middle | 5.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Pat Butler Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Liberty High (continuation) | 4.2 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $94,512
- Median home value
- $661,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Paso Robles compares
California rank
#517 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$95k
95% of California median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Paso Robles, California
Paso Robles, California is home to 17 schools, including 14 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles is Kermit King Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Paso Robles is served by 3 school districts: Paso Robles Joint Unified, Almond Acres Charter Academy District, San Miguel Joint Union. These districts collectively serve 7,364 students.
Paso Robles's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,512. The poverty rate in the area is 11.2%.
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
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 402 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 471 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 214 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.8 | ||
| 4 | 380 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 | ||
| 5 | 396 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.2 | ||
| 6 | 41 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.1 | ||
| 7 | 621 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.0 | ||
| 8 | 379 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.0 | ||
| 9 | 400 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Rose Catholic School
Private
214 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.5 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 671 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 619 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 127 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 2,037 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 178 students · 10th–12th | 4.2 | ||
| 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 | Vineyard Classical Academy
Private
6 students · 1st–11th | — | ||
| 2 | Nickel S Ranch Academy
Private
7 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
Schools in Paso Robles
Paso Robles, California · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,512
Median Home Value
$661,400
Median Rent
$1,946/mo
Population
45,859
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Community Profile
Paso Robles has a median household income of $94,512. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $661,400, with a median rent of $1,946/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 5
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Paso Robles, California
How many schools are in Paso Robles, California?
Paso Robles has 17 schools, including 14 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Paso Robles, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles, California?
The top-ranked school in Paso Robles on MySchoolScout is Kermit King Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Paso Robles, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Paso Robles on MySchoolScout is Kermit King Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Paso Robles, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Paso Robles on MySchoolScout is George H. Flamson Middle with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Paso Robles, California?
The top-ranked high school in Paso Robles on MySchoolScout is Independence High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Paso Robles, California?
Paso Robles is served by 3 school districts: Paso Robles Joint Unified, Almond Acres Charter Academy District, San Miguel Joint Union.
What is the education level in Paso Robles, California?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Paso Robles have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Paso Robles, California?
The median household income in Paso Robles is approximately $94,512 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Paso Robles, California?
Yes, Paso Robles has 3 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Rose Catholic School with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paso Robles, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Paso Robles is 20.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Paso Robles, 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.