Best Schools in Rainbow, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Vallecitos Elementary
Elementary · Vallecitos Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$781,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$781,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Rainbow
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vallecitos Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $102,346
- Median home value
- $781,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rainbow compares
Median household income
$102k
103% of California median
About Schools in Rainbow, California
Rainbow, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Rainbow perform strongly 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 Rainbow is Vallecitos Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rainbow is served by 1 school district: Vallecitos Elementary. These districts collectively serve 190 students.
Rainbow's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $102,346. The poverty rate in the area is 11.3%.
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 | 190 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 |
Schools in Rainbow
Rainbow, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$102,346
Median Home Value
$781,200
Median Rent
$1,743/mo
Population
50,905
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Community Profile
Rainbow has a median household income of $102,346. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $781,200, with a median rent of $1,743/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- California
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Rainbow, California
How many schools are in Rainbow, California?
Rainbow has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rainbow, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rainbow is 7.0 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 Rainbow, California?
The top-ranked school in Rainbow on MySchoolScout is Vallecitos Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rainbow, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rainbow on MySchoolScout is Vallecitos Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Rainbow, California?
Rainbow is served by 1 school district: Vallecitos Elementary.
What is the education level in Rainbow, California?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Rainbow have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rainbow, California?
The median household income in Rainbow is approximately $102,346 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rainbow, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rainbow is 19.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rainbow, 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.