Best Schools in San Andreas, California
7 schools · 1 Elementary · 4 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in San Andreas by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mountain Oaks
Other · Calaveras County Office of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center
Other · Calaveras Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gold Strike High
High · Calaveras Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in San Andreas for 2026 are Mountain Oaks (6.6/10), Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center (6.4/10), and Gold Strike High (5.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$409,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$409,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among San Andreas schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in San Andreas
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mountain Oaks | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Calaveras Unified Alternative-sierra Hills Education Center | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Gold Strike High | 5.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Calaveras High | 4.0 / 10 |
| 5 | San Andreas Elementary | 2.6 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $46,864
- Median home value
- $409,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How San Andreas compares
California rank
#550 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$47k
47% of California median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in San Andreas, California
San Andreas, California is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in San Andreas 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 San Andreas is Mountain Oaks with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
San Andreas is served by 2 school districts: Calaveras Unified, Calaveras County Office of Education. These districts collectively serve 3,284 students.
San Andreas's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,864. The poverty rate in the area is 32.3%.
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 | 326 students · Kindergarten–8th | 2.6 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 749 students · 8th–12th | 4.0 |
| 3 | 15 students · 6th–12th | — |
| 4 | 11 students · 6th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 398 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 108 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in San Andreas
San Andreas, California · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,864
Median Home Value
$409,000
Median Rent
$1,390/mo
Population
4,696
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
32.3%
Community Profile
San Andreas has a median household income of $46,864. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $409,000, with a median rent of $1,390/month. The area has a poverty rate of 32.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 4
- Other
- 2
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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 San Andreas, California
How many schools are in San Andreas, California?
San Andreas has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in San Andreas, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in San Andreas is 5.0 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 San Andreas, California?
The top-ranked school in San Andreas on MySchoolScout is Mountain Oaks with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in San Andreas, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in San Andreas on MySchoolScout is San Andreas Elementary with a composite score of 2.6/10.
What is the best high school in San Andreas, California?
The top-ranked high school in San Andreas on MySchoolScout is Gold Strike High with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve San Andreas, California?
San Andreas is served by 2 school districts: Calaveras Unified, Calaveras County Office of Education.
What is the education level in San Andreas, California?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in San Andreas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in San Andreas, California?
The median household income in San Andreas is approximately $46,864 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in San Andreas, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in San Andreas is 24.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in San Andreas, 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.