Best Schools in Samoa, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Peninsula Union
Elementary · Peninsula Union. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.5
out of 10
Median Home
$421,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.5
out of 10
Median Home
$421,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Samoa
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 | Peninsula Union | 2.5 / 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
- 2.5/10
- Median household income
- $69,250
- Median home value
- $421,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 36%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Samoa compares
Median household income
$69k
69% of California median
About Schools in Samoa, California
Samoa, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 2.5 out of 10, schools in Samoa face significant challenges 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 Samoa is Peninsula Union with a composite score of 2.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Samoa is served by 1 school district: Peninsula Union. These districts collectively serve 65 students.
Samoa's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,250. The poverty rate in the area is 8.2%.
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 | 65 students · Kindergarten–8th | 2.5 |
Schools in Samoa
Samoa, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,250
Median Home Value
$421,900
Median Rent
$1,241/mo
Population
477
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
36%
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Community Profile
Samoa has a median household income of $69,250. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $421,900, with a median rent of $1,241/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Samoa, California
How many schools are in Samoa, California?
Samoa has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Samoa, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Samoa is 2.5 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 Samoa, California?
The top-ranked school in Samoa on MySchoolScout is Peninsula Union with a composite score of 2.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Samoa, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Samoa on MySchoolScout is Peninsula Union with a composite score of 2.5/10.
How many school districts serve Samoa, California?
Samoa is served by 1 school district: Peninsula Union.
What is the education level in Samoa, California?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Samoa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Samoa, California?
The median household income in Samoa is approximately $69,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Samoa, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Samoa is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Samoa, 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.