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6.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sutter Creek, California

1 schools · 1 High

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.9/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$64,506

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$546,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
29%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
67%

Of occupied housing units

How Sutter Creek compares

Median household income

$65k

65% of California median

About Schools in Sutter Creek, California

Sutter Creek, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Sutter Creek show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Sutter Creek is Amador High with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sutter Creek is served by 1 school district: Amador County Unified. These districts collectively serve 4,075 students.

Sutter Creek's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,506. The poverty rate in the area is 8.9%.

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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High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Amador High
627 students · 9th–12th 		6.9

Schools in Sutter Creek

Sutter Creek, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$64,506

Median Home Value

$546,800

Median Rent

$1,323/mo

Population

4,611

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

67%

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Community Profile

Sutter Creek has a median household income of $64,506. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $546,800, with a median rent of $1,323/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
California
Total Schools
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.9/10

Resources

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School District

Amador County Unified

12 schools · 4,075 students

Nearby Cities

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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 Sutter Creek, California

How many schools are in Sutter Creek, California?

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

What is the average school rating in Sutter Creek, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sutter Creek is 6.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Sutter Creek, California?

The top-ranked school in Sutter Creek on MySchoolScout is Amador High with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best high school in Sutter Creek, California?

The top-ranked high school in Sutter Creek on MySchoolScout is Amador High with a composite score of 6.9/10.

How many school districts serve Sutter Creek, California?

Sutter Creek is served by 1 school district: Amador County Unified.

What is the education level in Sutter Creek, California?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in Sutter Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sutter Creek, California?

The median household income in Sutter Creek is approximately $64,506 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sutter Creek, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sutter Creek is 18.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sutter Creek, 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.

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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.