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Best Schools in Wawona, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Median household income: $44,962
Median home value: $912,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 34%
Owner-occupied homes: 26%

How Wawona compares

Median household income

$45k

45% of California median

About Schools in Wawona, California

Wawona, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

Wawona is served by 1 school district: Yosemite-Wawona Elementary Charter District. These districts collectively serve 17 students.

Wawona's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,962. The poverty rate in the area is 18.1%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Yosemite-Wawona Elementary Charter 17 students · Kindergarten–6th	17	Kindergarten–6th	—

Schools in Wawona

Wawona, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$44,962

Median Home Value

$912,500

Median Rent

$2,037/mo

Population

2,067

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

26%

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Community Profile

Wawona has a median household income of $44,962. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $912,500, with a median rent of $2,037/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: Pending

Resources

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School District

Yosemite-Wawona Elementary Charter District

1 school · 17 students

Nearby Cities

Ahwahnee (2 schools)

13 mi

El Portal (2 schools)

Coarsegold (4 schools)

22 mi

North Fork (3 schools)

Catheys Valley (1 school)

26 mi

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Wawona, California

How many schools are in Wawona, California?

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

How many school districts serve Wawona, California?

Wawona is served by 1 school district: Yosemite-wawona Elementary Charter District.

What is the education level in Wawona, California?

According to Census data, 34% of adults in Wawona have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Wawona, California?

The median household income in Wawona is approximately $44,962 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wawona, 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.