Best Schools in Villa Park, California
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Villa Park?
Use this page to compare every school in Villa Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cerro Villa Middle
Middle · Orange Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Serrano Elementary
Elementary · Orange Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Villa Park High
High · Orange Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Villa Park for 2026 are Cerro Villa Middle (6.3/10), Serrano Elementary (6.0/10), and Villa Park High (5.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$1,686,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$1,686,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Villa Park schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Villa Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cerro Villa Middle | 6.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Serrano Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Villa Park High | 5.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Villa Park Elementary | 5.0 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $204,750
- Median home value
- $1,686,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Villa Park compares
California rank
#493 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$205k
205% of California median
Schools in this city
4
Orange Unified runs Villa Park's public schools
4 public schools. Orange Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Villa Park is a Orange Unified school (4 of 4).
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 6.3 — the spread is inside Villa Park, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Villa Park, California
Villa Park, California is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Villa Park 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 Villa Park is Cerro Villa Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Villa Park is served by 1 school district: Orange Unified. These districts collectively serve 24,266 students.
Villa Park's community shows 53% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $204,750. The poverty rate in the area is 8.1%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 543 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 622 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 731 students · 7th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,059 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Villa Park
Villa Park, California · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$204,750
Median Home Value
$1,686,200
Population
5,776
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Community Profile
Villa Park has a median household income of $204,750. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,686,200. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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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 Villa Park, California
How many schools are in Villa Park, California?
Villa Park has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Villa Park, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Villa Park is 5.7 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 Villa Park, California?
The top-ranked school in Villa Park on MySchoolScout is Cerro Villa Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Villa Park, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Villa Park on MySchoolScout is Serrano Elementary with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Villa Park, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Villa Park on MySchoolScout is Cerro Villa Middle with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Villa Park, California?
The top-ranked high school in Villa Park on MySchoolScout is Villa Park High with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Villa Park, California?
Villa Park is served by 1 school district: Orange Unified.
What is the education level in Villa Park, California?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Villa Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Villa Park, California?
The median household income in Villa Park is approximately $204,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Villa Park, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Villa Park is 26.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Villa Park, 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.