Best Schools in Pine Valley, California
5 schools · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Pine Valley by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jcs - Pine Valley
Other · Jcs - Pine Valley District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hillside Junior/senior High
High · Mountain Empire Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mountain Empire High
High · Mountain Empire Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pine Valley for 2026 are Jcs - Pine Valley (7.5/10), Hillside Junior/senior High (5.9/10), and Mountain Empire High (5.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$496,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$496,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pine Valley schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pine Valley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jcs - Pine Valley | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Hillside Junior/senior High | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Mountain Empire High | 5.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Mountain Empire Junior High | 2.8 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $140,270
- Median home value
- $496,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Pine Valley compares
California rank
#492 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$140k
141% of California median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Pine Valley, California
Pine Valley, California is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Pine Valley 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 Pine Valley is Jcs - Pine Valley with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pine Valley is served by 2 school districts: JCS - Pine Valley District, Mountain Empire Unified. These districts collectively serve 2,021 students.
Pine Valley's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $140,270. The poverty rate in the area is 7.9%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 298 students · 7th–8th | 2.8 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 41 students · 7th–12th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 422 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
| 3 | 17 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 150 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Pine Valley
Pine Valley, California · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$140,270
Median Home Value
$496,800
Median Rent
$2,222/mo
Population
2,457
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
93%
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Community Profile
Pine Valley has a median household income of $140,270. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $496,800, with a median rent of $2,222/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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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 Pine Valley, California
How many schools are in Pine Valley, California?
Pine Valley has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pine Valley, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pine Valley is 5.4 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 Pine Valley, California?
The top-ranked school in Pine Valley on MySchoolScout is Jcs - Pine Valley with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Pine Valley, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Pine Valley on MySchoolScout is Mountain Empire Junior High with a composite score of 2.8/10.
What is the best high school in Pine Valley, California?
The top-ranked high school in Pine Valley on MySchoolScout is Hillside Junior/senior High with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Pine Valley, California?
Pine Valley is served by 2 school districts: Jcs - Pine Valley District, Mountain Empire Unified.
What is the education level in Pine Valley, California?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Pine Valley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pine Valley, California?
The median household income in Pine Valley is approximately $140,270 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pine Valley, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pine Valley is 19.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pine Valley, 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.