5.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Samoa, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.3/10
Median household income: $69,250
Median home value: $421,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 17%
Owner-occupied homes: 36%

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 5.3 out of 10, schools in Samoa show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Samoa is Peninsula Union with a composite score of 5.3/10, 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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (1) Elementary (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (1) Public (1)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (1) Academics (1) Growth (1) Diversity (1) Resources (1)

Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Peninsula Union 65 students · Kindergarten–8th	65	Kindergarten–8th	5.3

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.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.3/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Samoa schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Samoa 📊 Niche Samoa Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Peninsula Union

1 school · 65 students

Nearby Cities

Mckinleyville (7 schools)

Blue Lake (2 schools)

16 mi

Trinidad (2 schools)

20 mi

Hydesville (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in California

Top metros statewide by school count.

Los Angeles 928 schools San Diego 412 schools San Jose 335 schools San Francisco 297 schools Sacramento 273 schools

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 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 5.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 5.3/10.

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 5.3/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.