6.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Yermo, California

8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 8

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.9/10

Estimated Scores: 13%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.9/10
Median household income: $56,664
Median home value: $185,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 7%
Owner-occupied homes: 52%

How Yermo compares

California rank

#150 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.6

above California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$57k

57% of California median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Yermo, California

Yermo, California is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

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

The highest-performing school in Yermo is Newberry Springs Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Yermo is served by 1 school district: Silver Valley Unified. These districts collectively serve 2,030 students.

Yermo's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,664. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.

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: 92398 (8)

Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Newberry Springs Elementary 104 students · Kindergarten–5th	104	Kindergarten–5th	9.2
2	Congressman Jerry Lewis Elementary 463 students · Kindergarten–2nd	463	Kindergarten–2nd	7.7
3	Tiefort View Intermediate 383 students · 3rd–5th	383	3rd–5th	7.0
4	Yermo Elementary 368 students · Kindergarten–8th	368	Kindergarten–8th	6.1

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Fort Irwin Middle 254 students · 6th–8th	254	6th–8th	7.5

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Silver Valley High 379 students · 9th–12th	379	9th–12th	7.8
2	Calico Continuation High 36 students · 6th–12th	36	6th–12th	5.9

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Silver Valley Academy 43 students · Kindergarten–12th	43	Kindergarten–12th	3.8

Schools in Yermo

Yermo, California · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$56,664

Median Home Value

$185,500

Median Rent

$626/mo

Population

1,657

College Educated

Homeownership

52%

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Community Profile

Yermo has a median household income of $56,664. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $185,500, with a median rent of $626/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 8
Elementary: 4
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.9/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Yermo schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Yermo 📊 Niche Yermo Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Silver Valley Unified

9 schools · 2,030 students

Nearby Cities

Newberry Springs (2 schools)

12 mi

Barstow (12 schools)

17 mi

Oro Grance (1 school)

18 mi

Apple Valley (6 schools)

42 mi

Other Major Cities in California

Top metros statewide by school count.

Los Angeles 928 schools San Diego 412 schools San Jose 335 schools San Francisco 297 schools Sacramento 273 schools

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 Yermo, California

How many schools are in Yermo, California?

Yermo has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Yermo, California?

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

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

The top-ranked school in Yermo on MySchoolScout is Newberry Springs Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Yermo, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Yermo on MySchoolScout is Newberry Springs Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Yermo, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Yermo on MySchoolScout is Fort Irwin Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best high school in Yermo, California?

The top-ranked high school in Yermo on MySchoolScout is Silver Valley High with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Yermo, California?

Yermo is served by 1 school district: Silver Valley Unified.

What is the education level in Yermo, California?

According to Census data, 7% of adults in Yermo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Yermo, California?

The median household income in Yermo is approximately $56,664 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yermo is 19.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Yermo, 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.