Best Schools in Sanger, California
16 schools · 11 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Sanger?
Use this page to compare every school in Sanger by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sanger Academy Charter
Elementary · Sanger Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Ronald W. Reagan Elementary
Elementary · Sanger Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Fairmont Elementary
Elementary · Sanger Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Sanger for 2026 are Sanger Academy Charter (9.1/10), Ronald W. Reagan Elementary (8.3/10), and Fairmont Elementary (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
16
14 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$382,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
16
14 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$382,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.1/10 despite 68% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Sanger schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +15.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sanger schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sanger
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 14 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanger Academy Charter | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Ronald W. Reagan Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Fairmont Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Sanger High | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Washington Academic Middle | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Jefferson Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Wilson Elementary | 6.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Madison Elementary | 6.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Lincoln Elementary | 6.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Centerville Elementary | 5.9 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $77,655
- Median home value
- $382,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sanger compares
California rank
#193 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$78k
78% of California median
Schools in this city
15
Sanger Unified runs Sanger's public schools
14 public schools. Sanger Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Sanger is a Sanger Unified school (14 of 14).
Among 14 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 9.1 — the spread is inside Sanger, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Sanger, California
Sanger's public school system spans 14 ranked schools, with an average score of 6.2 out of 10. Six of those schools — 43% of the total — score 7 or above, giving families a real tier of stronger options to target. Performance varies significantly across the city, which means school placement matters more here than in districts where scores are clustered near the top.
At the top sits Ronald W. Reagan Elementary at 8.6/10 — the highest-rated school in the city. Two other elementary schools cluster just below it: Jefferson Elementary and Lincoln Elementary each score 7.9/10, making both consistent performers worth prioritizing. Hallmark Academy rounds out the upper tier at 7.4/10, and Fairmont Elementary adds a 7.3/10. Those five schools form a clear above-average cohort against a citywide average of 6.2.
Below that top cluster, scores fall toward and below the city mean. With 57% of Sanger's ranked schools scoring under 7, the gap between the strongest and weakest options is wide enough to carry real weight. Enrollment zone boundaries deserve early attention — families with address flexibility going into a move have a meaningful advantage when it comes to landing in the top tier.
For parents researching Sanger, the priorities are clear. Reagan Elementary is the city's top performer, and the Jefferson–Lincoln pair delivers comparable quality across two separate zones. Hallmark Academy adds a non-traditional pathway at a competitive score. Map school zones before committing to a neighborhood. In a city where only 43% of schools clear the 7/10 mark, targeting that upper tier from the start is the most direct route to a strong public school outcome.
Elementary Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 619 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.1 | ||
| 2 | 491 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.3 | ||
| 3 | 697 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.9 | ||
| 4 | 508 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.6 | ||
| 5 | 457 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.8 | ||
| 6 | 431 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.2 | ||
| 7 | 482 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 | ||
| 8 | 419 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.9 | ||
| 9 | 386 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.0 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Kings CornerPrivate 78 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 11 elementary schools in Sanger
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,534 students · 7th–8th | 7.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,443 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 73 students · 7th–12th | 5.0 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 students · 7th–11th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 313 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Sanger
Sanger, California · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,655
Median Home Value
$382,700
Median Rent
$1,123/mo
Population
36,536
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Community Profile
Sanger has a median household income of $77,655. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $382,700, with a median rent of $1,123/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 11
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
Other Major Cities in California
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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 Sanger, California
How many schools are in Sanger, California?
Sanger has 16 schools, including 14 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sanger, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sanger is 6.7 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 Sanger, California?
The top-ranked school in Sanger on MySchoolScout is Sanger Academy Charter with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sanger, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sanger on MySchoolScout is Sanger Academy Charter with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Sanger, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Sanger on MySchoolScout is Washington Academic Middle with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Sanger, California?
The top-ranked high school in Sanger on MySchoolScout is Sanger High with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Sanger, California?
Sanger is served by 1 school district: Sanger Unified.
What is the education level in Sanger, California?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Sanger have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sanger, California?
The median household income in Sanger is approximately $77,655 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Sanger, California?
Yes, Sanger has 2 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Kings Corner with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sanger, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sanger is 19.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sanger, 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.