5.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Ridgecrest, California

23 schools · 13 Elementary · 3 Middle · 6 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 10

Private: 13

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.2/10

Estimated Scores: 23%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.2/10
Median household income: $84,141
Median home value: $235,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 31%
Avg commute: 16 min
Owner-occupied homes: 63%

How Ridgecrest compares

California rank

#537 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.1

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$84k

84% of California median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in Ridgecrest, California

Ridgecrest, California is home to 23 schools, including 10 public schools and 13 private schools. The city's schools span 13 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 6 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Ridgecrest show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Ridgecrest is St Ann School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Ridgecrest is served by 2 school districts: Ridgecrest Elem Acad for Language Music and Sci District, Sierra Sands Unified. These districts collectively serve 5,346 students.

Ridgecrest's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $84,141. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.

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.

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (23) Academics (23) Growth (10) Diversity (10) Resources (10)

Filter by ZIP: 93555 (22)

Elementary Schools

13 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Richmond Elementary 377 students · Kindergarten–5th	377	Kindergarten–5th	6.1
2	Ridgecrest Elem Acad for Language Music and Sci 224 students · Kindergarten–6th	224	Kindergarten–6th	5.2
3	Las Flores Elementary 550 students · Kindergarten–5th	550	Kindergarten–5th	5.2
4	Gateway Elementary 371 students · Kindergarten–5th	371	Kindergarten–5th	4.5
5	Faller Elementary 504 students · Kindergarten–5th	504	Kindergarten–5th	4.4
6	Pierce Elementary 318 students · Kindergarten–5th	318	Kindergarten–5th	3.7
Private Schools 7 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ST ANN SCHOOL Private 141 students · Kindergarten–8th	141	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
2	HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Private 37 students · Pre-K–5th	37	Pre-K–5th	Not Rated
3	Balas Montessori Home School Private 6 students · Kindergarten–1st	6	Kindergarten–1st	Not Rated
4	Ridgecrest Montessori Children's House Private 36 students · Kindergarten–6th	36	Kindergarten–6th	Not Rated
5	Ridgecrest Adventist Elementary Private 14 students · Kindergarten–8th	14	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
6	St. Ann Private 121 students · Kindergarten–8th	121	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
7	RIDGECREST ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Private 21 students · Kindergarten–8th	21	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	James Monroe Middle 542 students · 6th–8th	542	6th–8th	5.9
2	Murray Middle 686 students · 6th–8th	686	6th–8th	3.9
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	HERITAGE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Private 27 students · 1st–5th	27	1st–5th	Not Rated

High Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Mesquite Continuation High 103 students · 9th–12th	103	9th–12th	4.9
2	Burroughs High 1,518 students · 9th–12th	1,518	9th–12th	4.2
Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Panamint Christian School Private 13 students · 9th–12th	13	9th–12th	Not Rated
2	Long Point Academy Private 7 students · Kindergarten–12th	7	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
3	St. Thomas Private 8 students · Kindergarten–12th	8	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
4	Calvary Christian School Private 11 students · Kindergarten–12th	11	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 82 students · Kindergarten–11th	82	Kindergarten–11th	Not Rated

Schools in Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest, California · 23 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$84,141

Median Home Value

$235,400

Median Rent

$1,180/mo

Population

33,629

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

63%

Avg Commute

16 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Community Profile

Ridgecrest has a median household income of $84,141. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $235,400, with a median rent of $1,180/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 23
Elementary: 13
Middle: 3
High: 6
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.2/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

Ridgecrest Elem Acad for Language Music and Sci District

1 school · 224 students

Sierra Sands Unified

11 schools · 5,122 students

Nearby Cities

California City (1 school)

38 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Ridgecrest, California

How many schools are in Ridgecrest, California?

Ridgecrest has 23 schools, including 10 public and 13 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Ridgecrest, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ridgecrest is 5.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Ridgecrest, California?

The top-ranked school in Ridgecrest on MySchoolScout is St Ann School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Ridgecrest, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Ridgecrest on MySchoolScout is St Ann School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Ridgecrest, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Ridgecrest on MySchoolScout is James Monroe Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10.

What is the best high school in Ridgecrest, California?

The top-ranked high school in Ridgecrest on MySchoolScout is Mesquite Continuation High with a composite score of 4.9/10.

How many school districts serve Ridgecrest, California?

Ridgecrest is served by 2 school districts: Ridgecrest Elem Acad for Language Music and Sci District, Sierra Sands Unified.

What is the education level in Ridgecrest, California?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in Ridgecrest have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Ridgecrest, California?

The median household income in Ridgecrest is approximately $84,141 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Ridgecrest, California?

Yes, Ridgecrest has 13 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Ann School with a score of 7.2/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Ridgecrest, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ridgecrest is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ridgecrest, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.