Best Schools in Rolling Hills Estates, California
8 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Rolling Hills Estates by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Palos Verdes Peninsula High
High · Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Rancho Vista Elementary
Elementary · Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Dapplegray Elementary
Elementary · Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Rolling Hills Estates for 2026 are Palos Verdes Peninsula High (8.4/10), Rancho Vista Elementary (5.4/10), and Dapplegray Elementary (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
8
3 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$2,000,001
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
8
3 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$2,000,001
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +15.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rolling Hills Estates schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Rolling Hills Estates
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palos Verdes Peninsula High | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Rancho Vista Elementary | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Dapplegray Elementary | 4.8 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $222,273
- Median home value
- $2,000,001
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 76%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rolling Hills Estates compares
California rank
#453 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$222k
223% of California median
Schools in this city
5
Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified runs Rolling Hills Estates's public schools
3 public schools. Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Rolling Hills Estates is a Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified school (3 of 3).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.8 to 8.4 — the spread is inside Rolling Hills Estates, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Rolling Hills Estates, California
Rolling Hills Estates, California is home to 8 schools, including 3 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Rolling Hills Estates show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Rolling Hills Estates is Palos Verdes Peninsula High with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rolling Hills Estates is served by 1 school district: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified. These districts collectively serve 10,393 students.
Rolling Hills Estates's community shows 76% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $222,273. The poverty rate in the area is 3.1%.
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.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 340 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.4 | ||
| 2 | 655 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 | ||
Private Schools4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 421 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Rolling Hills MontessoriPrivate 102 students · Pre-K–1st | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 10 students · Pre-K–TK | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Peninsula Heritage SchoolPrivate 113 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,175 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Fusion Palos VerdesPrivate 19 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Rolling Hills Estates
Rolling Hills Estates, California · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$222,273
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
24,988
College Educated
76%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Community Profile
Rolling Hills Estates has a median household income of $222,273. It is a well-educated community where 76% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 6
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Rolling Hills Estates, California
How many schools are in Rolling Hills Estates, California?
Rolling Hills Estates has 8 schools, including 3 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rolling Hills Estates, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rolling Hills Estates is 5.9 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 Rolling Hills Estates, California?
The top-ranked school in Rolling Hills Estates on MySchoolScout is Palos Verdes Peninsula High with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rolling Hills Estates, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rolling Hills Estates on MySchoolScout is Rancho Vista Elementary with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Rolling Hills Estates, California?
The top-ranked high school in Rolling Hills Estates on MySchoolScout is Palos Verdes Peninsula High with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve Rolling Hills Estates, California?
Rolling Hills Estates is served by 1 school district: Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified.
What is the education level in Rolling Hills Estates, California?
According to Census data, 76% of adults in Rolling Hills Estates have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rolling Hills Estates, California?
The median household income in Rolling Hills Estates is approximately $222,273 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Rolling Hills Estates, California?
Yes, Rolling Hills Estates has 5 private schools alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Rolling Hills Country Day School with a score of 5.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rolling Hills Estates, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rolling Hills Estates is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rolling Hills Estates, 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.