7.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in San Ardo, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.6/10
Median home value: $427,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 7%
Owner-occupied homes: 59%

About Schools in San Ardo, California

San Ardo, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in San Ardo perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in San Ardo is San Ardo Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

San Ardo is served by 1 school district: San Ardo Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 86 students.

San Ardo's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 33.2%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	San Ardo Elementary 86 students · Kindergarten–8th	86	Kindergarten–8th	7.6

Schools in San Ardo

San Ardo, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Home Value

$427,300

Median Rent

$1,148/mo

Population

740

College Educated

Homeownership

59%

Poverty Rate

33.2%

Community Profile

It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $427,300, with a median rent of $1,148/month. The area has a poverty rate of 33.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.6/10

Resources

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School District

San Ardo Union Elementary

1 school · 86 students

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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 San Ardo, California

How many schools are in San Ardo, California?

San Ardo has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in San Ardo, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in San Ardo is 7.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in San Ardo, California?

The top-ranked school in San Ardo on MySchoolScout is San Ardo Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in San Ardo, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in San Ardo on MySchoolScout is San Ardo Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.

How many school districts serve San Ardo, California?

San Ardo is served by 1 school district: San Ardo Union Elementary.

What is the education level in San Ardo, California?

According to Census data, 7% of adults in San Ardo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the student-teacher ratio in San Ardo, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in San Ardo is 17.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in San Ardo, 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.