Best Schools in Rocklin, California
27 schools · 20 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Rocklin?
Use this page to compare every school in Rocklin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sierra Elementary
Elementary · Rocklin Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy
High · Western Sierra Collegiate Academy District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Sunset Ranch Elementary
Elementary · Rocklin Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Rocklin for 2026 are Sierra Elementary (8.4/10), Western Sierra Collegiate Academy (8.4/10), and Sunset Ranch Elementary (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 23 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
27
23 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$665,050
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
27
23 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$665,050
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Rates 7.9/10 despite 30% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 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 Rocklin schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rocklin schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Rocklin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 23 rated schools; 27 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sierra Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Western Sierra Collegiate Academy | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Sunset Ranch Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Rocklin High | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Cobblestone Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Rock Creek Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Maria Montessori Charter Academy | 7.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Granite Oaks Middle | 7.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Breen Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Valley View Elementary | 7.2 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $117,838
- Median home value
- $665,050
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 48%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
52% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rocklin compares
California rank
#218 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$118k
118% of California median
Schools in this city
25
Rocklin Unified runs 78% of Rocklin's public schools
Rocklin touches 6 districts, but Rocklin Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Rocklin Unified accounts for 18 of 23 public schools (78%). The other 5 districts hold the remaining 5.
Among 23 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.2 to 8.4 — the spread is inside Rocklin, not a citywide average.
5 of the 23 public schools are charters (22%), so the district split is not the whole market.
- Rocklin Unified18 public · 78%
- American River Collegiate Academy District1 public · 4%
- Maria Montessori Charter Academy District1 public · 4%
- Rocklin Academy District1 public · 4%
- Rocklin Academy Gateway District1 public · 4%
About Schools in Rocklin, California
Rocklin's 23 ranked public schools deliver a consistently strong performance profile. The city averages 7.2 out of 10 across its full school roster — and that average is supported by real depth: 16 of those 23 schools, 70% of the total, score 7.0 or above. For parents comparing cities side by side, that concentration of above-average schools is one of the most reliable signals available.
The top of the range is anchored by American River Collegiate Academy, an elementary school scoring 9.2 out of 10 — the city's highest mark. Sierra Elementary (8.7) and Maria Montessori Charter Academy (8.6) follow closely, giving families with younger children multiple high-performing options. Breen Elementary (8.0) and Ruhkala Elementary (7.9) round out the top five, all clearing the 7.0 bar with room to spare. The top five cover a 1.3-point spread, meaning even the fifth-ranked school sits well above the city average.
The charter option is worth noting. Maria Montessori Charter Academy's 8.6 score places it among the city's top three schools, meaning families who prefer a Montessori learning environment don't have to accept an academic trade-off to get it. In Rocklin, that decision comes down to learning style, not a compromise on outcomes.
Practically speaking, Rocklin rewards early research into attendance boundaries. With 70% of schools scoring above 7.0, most families will find solid options nearby — but there is a full point separating the city's best from its average (9.2 vs. 7.2), and that gap makes boundary research worthwhile. Identify your assigned school first, then check whether any top-five schools are accessible via open enrollment. For families at the elementary stage especially, Rocklin's depth at the top of the rankings makes thoughtful school selection genuinely consequential.
Elementary Schools
20 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 450 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 563 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 |
| 3 | 413 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.9 |
| 4 | 434 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.8 |
| 5 | 270 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.8 |
| 6 | 425 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.3 |
| 7 | 408 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 |
| 8 | 613 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.0 |
| 9 | 1,081 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 |
| 10 | 558 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 |
Show all 20 elementary schools in Rocklin
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 971 students · 7th–8th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 775 students · 7th–8th | 6.2 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 772 students · 7th–12th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 2,025 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 3 | 1,981 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 4 | 85 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 45 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.5 |
Schools in Rocklin
Rocklin, California · 27 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$117,838
Median Home Value
$665,050
Median Rent
$2,176/mo
Population
72,098
College Educated
48%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Community Profile
Rocklin has a median household income of $117,838. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $665,050, with a median rent of $2,176/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 20
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (6)
Rocklin Unified
18 schools · 11,606 students
Maria Montessori Charter Academy District
1 school · 270 students
Rocklin Academy Gateway District
1 school · 1,081 students
Rocklin Academy District
1 school · 558 students
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy District
1 school · 772 students
American River Collegiate Academy District
1 school · 105 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 Rocklin, California
How many schools are in Rocklin, California?
Rocklin has 27 schools, including 23 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rocklin, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rocklin is 6.7 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 Rocklin, California?
The top-ranked school in Rocklin on MySchoolScout is Sierra Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rocklin, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rocklin on MySchoolScout is Sierra Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Rocklin, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Rocklin on MySchoolScout is Granite Oaks Middle with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Rocklin, California?
The top-ranked high school in Rocklin on MySchoolScout is Western Sierra Collegiate Academy with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Rocklin, California?
Rocklin is served by 6 school districts: Rocklin Unified, Maria Montessori Charter Academy District, Rocklin Academy Gateway District, Rocklin Academy District, Western Sierra Collegiate Academy District, American River Collegiate Academy District.
What is the education level in Rocklin, California?
According to Census data, 48% of adults in Rocklin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rocklin, California?
The median household income in Rocklin is approximately $117,838 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Rocklin, California?
Yes, Rocklin has 4 private schools alongside 23 public schools. The top-rated private school is California Intl School with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rocklin, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rocklin is 19.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rocklin, 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.