5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Port Hueneme, California

4 schools · 4 Elementary

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 4

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

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Elementary · Hueneme Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Port Hueneme for 2026 are Richard Bard Elementary (6.5/10), Sunkist Elementary (6.2/10), and Parkview Elementary (5.7/10), 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.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Sunkist Elementary

STAAR proficiency rose +5.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Port Hueneme schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Port Hueneme

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Richard Bard Elementary	6.5 / 10	Elementary	—	53th
2	Sunkist Elementary	6.2 / 10	Elementary	—	47th
3	Parkview Elementary	5.7 / 10	Elementary	—	37th
4	Hueneme Elementary	4.7 / 10	Elementary	—	19th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $75,836
Median home value: $555,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 22%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 44%

How Port Hueneme compares

California rank

#425 of 597

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$76k

76% of California median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Port Hueneme, California

Port Hueneme, California is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Port Hueneme 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 Port Hueneme is Richard Bard Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Port Hueneme is served by 1 school district: Hueneme Elementary. These districts collectively serve 7,022 students.

Port Hueneme's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $75,836. The poverty rate in the area is 10.4%.

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Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Richard Bard Elementary 530 students · Kindergarten–5th	530	Kindergarten–5th	6.5
2	Sunkist Elementary 544 students · Kindergarten–8th	544	Kindergarten–8th	6.2
3	Parkview Elementary 566 students · Kindergarten–5th	566	Kindergarten–5th	5.7
4	Hueneme Elementary 342 students · Kindergarten–5th	342	Kindergarten–5th	4.7

Schools in Port Hueneme

Port Hueneme, California · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$75,836

Median Home Value

$555,600

Median Rent

$2,159/mo

Population

23,179

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Community Profile

Port Hueneme has a median household income of $75,836. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $555,600, with a median rent of $2,159/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: California
Elementary: 4

Resources

🔍 Google "Port Hueneme schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Port Hueneme 📊 Niche Port Hueneme Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Hueneme Elementary

11 schools · 7,022 students

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How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Port Hueneme, California

How many schools are in Port Hueneme, California?

Port Hueneme has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Port Hueneme, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port Hueneme is 5.8 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 Port Hueneme, California?

The top-ranked school in Port Hueneme on MySchoolScout is Richard Bard Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Port Hueneme, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Port Hueneme on MySchoolScout is Richard Bard Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Port Hueneme, California?

Port Hueneme is served by 1 school district: Hueneme Elementary.

What is the education level in Port Hueneme, California?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Port Hueneme have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Port Hueneme, California?

The median household income in Port Hueneme is approximately $75,836 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Port Hueneme, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port Hueneme is 20.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port Hueneme, 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.