5.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Templeton, California

10 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 7

Private: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Estimated Scores: 29%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.5/10
Median household income: $120,843
Median home value: $875,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 47%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 77%

How Templeton compares

California rank

#484 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.8

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$121k

121% of California median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Templeton, California

Templeton, California is home to 10 schools, including 7 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Templeton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Templeton is Templeton High with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Templeton is served by 1 school district: Templeton Unified. These districts collectively serve 2,237 students.

Templeton's community shows 47% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $120,843. The poverty rate in the area is 3.5%.

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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Filter by ZIP: 93465 (10)

Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Templeton Elementary 433 students · Kindergarten–2nd	433	Kindergarten–2nd	5.8
2	Vineyard Elementary 445 students · 3rd–5th	445	3rd–5th	5.2
3	Templeton Home 42 students · Kindergarten–8th	42	Kindergarten–8th	5.2
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	SANTA LUCIA SCHOOL Private 30 students · Kindergarten–7th	30	Kindergarten–7th	Not Rated
2	Templeton Hills Adventist School Private 6 students · Kindergarten–8th	6	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
3	TEMPLETON HILLS 7TH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Private 20 students · Kindergarten–8th	20	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Templeton Middle 476 students · 6th–8th	476	6th–8th	5.7

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Templeton High 738 students · 9th–12th	738	9th–12th	7.3
2	Templeton Independent Study High 89 students · 9th–12th	89	9th–12th	4.6
3	Eagle Canyon High 13 students · 9th–12th	13	9th–12th	—

Schools in Templeton

Templeton, California · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$120,843

Median Home Value

$875,200

Median Rent

$2,417/mo

Population

10,248

College Educated

47%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Community Profile

Templeton has a median household income of $120,843. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $875,200, with a median rent of $2,417/month. The local poverty rate of 3.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 10
Elementary: 6
Middle: 1
High: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Resources

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School District

Templeton Unified

7 schools · 2,237 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 Templeton, California

How many schools are in Templeton, California?

Templeton has 10 schools, including 7 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Templeton, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Templeton is 5.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Templeton, California?

The top-ranked school in Templeton on MySchoolScout is Templeton High with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Templeton, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Templeton on MySchoolScout is Templeton Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Templeton, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Templeton on MySchoolScout is Templeton Middle with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best high school in Templeton, California?

The top-ranked high school in Templeton on MySchoolScout is Templeton High with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Templeton, California?

Templeton is served by 1 school district: Templeton Unified.

What is the education level in Templeton, California?

According to Census data, 47% of adults in Templeton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Templeton, California?

The median household income in Templeton is approximately $120,843 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Templeton, California?

Yes, Templeton has 3 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Santa Lucia School with a score of 4.9/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Templeton, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Templeton is 18.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Templeton, 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.