Best Schools in Santa Clarita, California
14 schools · 4 Elementary · 3 Middle · 6 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Santa Clarita by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Academy of the Canyons
High · William S. Hart Union High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Golden Valley High
High · William S. Hart Union High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Learning Post Academy (alternative)
High · William S. Hart Union High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Santa Clarita for 2026 are Academy of the Canyons (7.0/10), Golden Valley High (6.8/10), and Learning Post Academy (alternative) (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
14
8 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$703,167
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
14
8 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$703,167
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 6.8/10 despite 39% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.8 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 Santa Clarita schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +1.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Santa Clarita schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Santa Clarita
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academy of the Canyons | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Golden Valley High | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Learning Post Academy (alternative) | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Rio Norte Junior High | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Our Lady of Perpetual Help School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Golden Oak Community | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Bowman (jereann) High (continuation) | 5.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Fair Oaks Ranch Community | 5.8 / 10 |
| 9 | La Mesa Junior High | 5.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Santa Clarita Christian School | 4.8 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $119,054
- Median home value
- $703,167
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
10% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Santa Clarita compares
California rank
#375 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$119k
119% of California median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Santa Clarita, California
Santa Clarita, California is home to 14 schools, including 8 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 6 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Santa Clarita 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 Santa Clarita is Academy of the Canyons with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Santa Clarita is served by 2 school districts: Sulphur Springs Union, William S. Hart Union High. These districts collectively serve 25,896 students.
Santa Clarita's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $119,054. 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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 534 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.9 | ||
| 2 | 861 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.8 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 311 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 | ||
| 2 | Montessori on Copper Hill
Private
9 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,110 students · 7th–8th | 6.3 | ||
| 2 | 1,023 students · 7th–8th | 5.4 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Ca Kids Learning Academy
Private
16 students · 1st–6th | — | ||
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 390 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 1,993 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 3 | 363 students · 7th–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 4 | 307 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Trinity Classical Academy
Private
670 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Calkids Learning Academy
Private
45 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Clarita Christian School
Private
560 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.8 |
Schools in Santa Clarita
Santa Clarita, California · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 6 ZIP codes
Median Income
$119,054
Median Home Value
$703,167
Median Rent
$2,503/mo
Population
217,961
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Community Profile
Santa Clarita has a median household income of $119,054. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $703,167, with a median rent of $2,503/month. The local poverty rate of 8.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 6
- Other
- 1
Resources
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in California
Top metros statewide by school count.
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 Santa Clarita, California
How many schools are in Santa Clarita, California?
Santa Clarita has 14 schools, including 8 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Santa Clarita, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Santa Clarita is 6.0 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 Santa Clarita, California?
The top-ranked school in Santa Clarita on MySchoolScout is Academy of the Canyons with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Santa Clarita, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Santa Clarita on MySchoolScout is Our Lady of Perpetual Help School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Santa Clarita, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Santa Clarita on MySchoolScout is Rio Norte Junior High with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Santa Clarita, California?
The top-ranked high school in Santa Clarita on MySchoolScout is Academy of the Canyons with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Santa Clarita, California?
Santa Clarita is served by 2 school districts: Sulphur Springs Union, William S. Hart Union High.
What is the education level in Santa Clarita, California?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Santa Clarita have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Santa Clarita, California?
The median household income in Santa Clarita is approximately $119,054 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Santa Clarita, California?
Yes, Santa Clarita has 6 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Our Lady of Perpetual Help School with a score of 6.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Santa Clarita, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Santa Clarita is 18.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Santa Clarita, 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.