Best Schools in Paynes Creek, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$49,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$49,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $66,000
- Median home value
- $49,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 23%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Paynes Creek compares
Median household income
$66k
66% of California median
About Schools in Paynes Creek, California
Paynes Creek, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
Paynes Creek is served by 1 school district: Antelope Elementary. These districts collectively serve 798 students.
Paynes Creek's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,000. The poverty rate in the area is 16.3%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 students · Kindergarten–5th | — |
Schools in Paynes Creek
Paynes Creek, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,000
Median Home Value
$49,400
Population
330
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
23%
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Community Profile
Paynes Creek has a median household income of $66,000. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $49,400. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- California
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Paynes Creek, California
How many schools are in Paynes Creek, California?
Paynes Creek has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
How many school districts serve Paynes Creek, California?
Paynes Creek is served by 1 school district: Antelope Elementary.
What is the education level in Paynes Creek, California?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Paynes Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Paynes Creek, California?
The median household income in Paynes Creek is approximately $66,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paynes Creek, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Paynes Creek is 10.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Paynes Creek, 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.