Best Schools in Point Arena, California
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Point Arena by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pacific Community Charter
Other · Pacific Community Charter District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Point Arena High
High · Point Arena Joint Union High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Arena Elementary
Elementary · Arena Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Point Arena for 2026 are Pacific Community Charter (6.9/10), Point Arena High (5.1/10), and Arena Elementary (4.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$451,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$451,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Point Arena
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pacific Community Charter | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Point Arena High | 5.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Arena Elementary | 4.6 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $104,429
- Median home value
- $451,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Point Arena compares
California rank
#474 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$104k
105% of California median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Point Arena, California
Point Arena, California is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Point Arena 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 Point Arena is Pacific Community Charter with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Point Arena is served by 3 school districts: Pacific Community Charter District, Arena Union Elementary, Point Arena Joint Union High. These districts collectively serve 430 students.
Point Arena's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $104,429. The poverty rate in the area is 15.7%.
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 | 221 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 134 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 2 | 9 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.9 |
Schools in Point Arena
Point Arena, California · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$104,429
Median Home Value
$451,400
Median Rent
$1,792/mo
Population
1,992
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
61%
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Community Profile
Point Arena has a median household income of $104,429. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $451,400, with a median rent of $1,792/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Point Arena, California
How many schools are in Point Arena, California?
Point Arena has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Point Arena, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Point Arena is 5.5 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 Point Arena, California?
The top-ranked school in Point Arena on MySchoolScout is Pacific Community Charter with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Point Arena, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Point Arena on MySchoolScout is Arena Elementary with a composite score of 4.6/10.
What is the best high school in Point Arena, California?
The top-ranked high school in Point Arena on MySchoolScout is Point Arena High with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Point Arena, California?
Point Arena is served by 3 school districts: Pacific Community Charter District, Arena Union Elementary, Point Arena Joint Union High.
What is the education level in Point Arena, California?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in Point Arena have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Point Arena, California?
The median household income in Point Arena is approximately $104,429 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Point Arena, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Point Arena is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Point Arena, 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.