Best Schools in Ripon, California
13 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 High · 6 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Ripon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Park View Elementary
Elementary · Ripon Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ripon Elementary
Elementary · Ripon Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Weston Elementary
Elementary · Ripon Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ripon for 2026 are Park View Elementary (8.2/10), Ripon Elementary (8.0/10), and Weston Elementary (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 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
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$688,500
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$688,500
home value · ACS
Districts
5
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 30% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Ripon schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +6.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Ripon schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Ripon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Park View Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Ripon Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Weston Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Ripon High | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Colony Oak Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Sierra View Christian | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Ripona Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Ripon Christian Schools | 4.8 / 10 |
| 9 | California Connections Academy North Bay | 4.1 / 10 |
| 10 | California Connections Academy Central Valley | 4.1 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $100,488
- Median home value
- $688,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ripon compares
California rank
#434 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$100k
101% of California median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Ripon, California
Ripon, California is home to 13 schools, including 11 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Ripon 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 Ripon is Park View Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ripon is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 6,805 students.
Ripon's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,488. The poverty rate in the area is 6.7%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 461 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 459 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 439 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.9 |
| 4 | 443 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 |
| 5 | 471 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,048 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 25 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 168 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.1 | ||
| 2 | 867 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.1 | ||
| 3 | 1,835 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.5 | ||
| 4 | 587 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.3 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Sierra View Christian
Private
74 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.7 | ||
| 2 | Ripon Christian Schools
Private
801 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.8 | ||
Schools in Ripon
Ripon, California · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$100,488
Median Home Value
$688,500
Median Rent
$1,878/mo
Population
24,439
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Community Profile
Ripon has a median household income of $100,488. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $688,500, with a median rent of $1,878/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 5
- High
- 2
- Other
- 6
Resources
School Districts (5)
California Connections Academy North Bay District
1 school · 168 students
California Connections Academy Northern California District
1 school · 1,835 students
California Connections Academy Central Valley District
1 school · 867 students
California Connections Academy Monterey Bay District
1 school · 587 students
Ripon Unified
7 schools · 3,348 students
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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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Ripon, California
How many schools are in Ripon, California?
Ripon has 13 schools, including 11 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ripon, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ripon is 5.7 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 Ripon, California?
The top-ranked school in Ripon on MySchoolScout is Park View Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ripon, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ripon on MySchoolScout is Park View Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in Ripon, California?
The top-ranked high school in Ripon on MySchoolScout is Ripon High with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Ripon, California?
Ripon is served by 5 school districts: California Connections Academy North Bay District, California Connections Academy Northern California District, California Connections Academy Central Valley District, California Connections Academy Monterey Bay District, Ripon Unified.
What is the education level in Ripon, California?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Ripon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ripon, California?
The median household income in Ripon is approximately $100,488 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Ripon, California?
Yes, Ripon has 2 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sierra View Christian with a score of 5.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ripon, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ripon is 27.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ripon, 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.