Best Schools in Willits, California
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Willits by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sanhedrin Alternative
High · Willits Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sherwood
Elementary · Willits Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Willits Charter
High · Willits Charter District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Willits for 2026 are Sanhedrin Alternative (7.5/10), Sherwood (6.8/10), and Willits Charter (6.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$383,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$383,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Willits
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanhedrin Alternative | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Sherwood | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Willits Charter | 6.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Willits High | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Willits Elementary Charter | 4.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Baechtel Grove Middle | 3.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Blosser Lane Elementary | 2.8 / 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
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $67,069
- Median home value
- $383,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Willits compares
California rank
#529 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.1
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$67k
67% of California median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Willits, California
Willits, California is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Willits show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Willits is Sanhedrin Alternative with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Willits is served by 3 school districts: Willits Elementary Charter District, Willits Charter District, Willits Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,821 students.
Willits's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,069. The poverty rate in the area is 9.4%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 152 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.9 |
| 3 | 377 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 4.4 |
| 4 | 321 students · 3rd–5th | 2.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 338 students · 6th–8th | 3.5 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 123 students · 6th–12th | 6.2 |
| 3 | 402 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Schools in Willits
Willits, California · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,069
Median Home Value
$383,900
Median Rent
$1,243/mo
Population
14,627
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Community Profile
Willits has a median household income of $67,069. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $383,900, with a median rent of $1,243/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% 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
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Willits, California
How many schools are in Willits, California?
Willits has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Willits, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Willits is 5.2 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 Willits, California?
The top-ranked school in Willits on MySchoolScout is Sanhedrin Alternative with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Willits, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Willits on MySchoolScout is Sherwood with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Willits, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Willits on MySchoolScout is Baechtel Grove Middle with a composite score of 3.5/10.
What is the best high school in Willits, California?
The top-ranked high school in Willits on MySchoolScout is Sanhedrin Alternative with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Willits, California?
Willits is served by 3 school districts: Willits Elementary Charter District, Willits Charter District, Willits Unified.
What is the education level in Willits, California?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Willits have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Willits, California?
The median household income in Willits is approximately $67,069 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Willits, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Willits is 19.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Willits, 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.