Best Schools in Santa Paula, California
14 schools · 10 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Santa Paula?
Use this page to compare every school in Santa Paula by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mckevett Elementary
Elementary · Santa Paula Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Barbara Webster Elementary
Elementary · Santa Paula Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Olivelands Elementary
Elementary · Briggs Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Santa Paula for 2026 are Mckevett Elementary (8.4/10), Barbara Webster Elementary (8.1/10), and Olivelands Elementary (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 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
13 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$582,900
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
14
13 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$582,900
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 8.4/10 despite 81% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 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 Paula schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +16.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Santa Paula schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Santa Paula
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 13 rated schools; 14 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mckevett Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Barbara Webster Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Olivelands Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Santa Clara Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Blanchard Elementary | 7.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Briggs Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Santa Paula High | 7.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Mupu Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 9 | Glen City Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Grace Thille Elementary | 6.1 / 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
- $79,606
- Median home value
- $582,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
57% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Santa Paula compares
California rank
#203 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$80k
80% of California median
Schools in this city
14
Santa Paula Unified runs 69% of Santa Paula's public schools
Santa Paula touches 4 districts, but Santa Paula Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Santa Paula Unified accounts for 9 of 13 public schools (69%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 4.
Among 13 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.1 to 8.4 — the spread is inside Santa Paula, not a citywide average.
- Santa Paula Unified9 public · 69%
- Briggs Elementary2 public · 15%
- Mupu Elementary1 public · 8%
- Santa Clara Elementary1 public · 8%
About Schools in Santa Paula, California
Santa Paula, California is home to 14 schools, including 13 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Santa Paula show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Santa Paula is Mckevett Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Santa Paula is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 5,525 students.
Santa Paula's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $79,606. The poverty rate in the area is 14.4%.
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
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 317 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.4 | ||
| 2 | 343 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 | ||
| 3 | 240 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.7 | ||
| 4 | 53 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.7 | ||
| 5 | 316 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.5 | ||
| 6 | 185 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 | ||
| 7 | 692 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.5 | ||
| 8 | 375 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 | ||
| 9 | 309 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Sebastian SchoolPrivate 150 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 239 students · 5th–8th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 671 students · 7th–8th | 5.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,659 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 124 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 |
Schools in Santa Paula
Santa Paula, California · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$79,606
Median Home Value
$582,900
Median Rent
$1,678/mo
Population
34,640
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Community Profile
Santa Paula has a median household income of $79,606. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $582,900, with a median rent of $1,678/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
Resources
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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 Santa Paula, California
How many schools are in Santa Paula, California?
Santa Paula has 14 schools, including 13 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Santa Paula, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Santa Paula 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 Santa Paula, California?
The top-ranked school in Santa Paula on MySchoolScout is Mckevett Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Santa Paula, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Santa Paula on MySchoolScout is Mckevett Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Santa Paula, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Santa Paula on MySchoolScout is Briggs Elementary with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Santa Paula, California?
The top-ranked high school in Santa Paula on MySchoolScout is Santa Paula High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Santa Paula, California?
Santa Paula is served by 4 school districts: Santa Paula Unified, Briggs Elementary, Mupu Elementary, Santa Clara Elementary.
What is the education level in Santa Paula, California?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Santa Paula have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Santa Paula, California?
The median household income in Santa Paula is approximately $79,606 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Santa Paula, California?
Yes, Santa Paula has 1 private school alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Sebastian School with a score of 5.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Santa Paula, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Santa Paula is 21.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Santa Paula, 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.