5.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Yreka, California

10 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Private: 4

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 5.7/10

Estimated Scores: 29%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.7/10
Median household income: $47,105
Median home value: $256,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 20%
Owner-occupied homes: 64%

How Yreka compares

California rank

#461 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.6

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$47k

47% of California median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Yreka, California

Yreka, California is home to 10 schools, including 6 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Yreka show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Yreka is Evergreen Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Yreka is served by 3 school districts: Yreka Union Elementary, Yreka Union High, Siskiyou County Office of Education. These districts collectively serve 1,631 students.

Yreka's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $47,105. The poverty rate in the area is 20.3%.

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: 96097 (10)

Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Evergreen Elementary 378 students · Kindergarten–3rd	378	Kindergarten–3rd	7.7
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	YREKA SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 43 students · Kindergarten–8th	43	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
2	Yreka Adventist Christian School Private 53 students · Kindergarten–8th	53	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Jackson Street Elementary 424 students · 4th–8th	424	4th–8th	5.4

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Yreka High 636 students · 9th–12th	636	9th–12th	5.4
2	Discovery High 51 students · 9th–12th	51	9th–12th	3.9
3	Yreka Union High Community Day 5 students · 9th–12th	5	9th–12th	—
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Covenant Chapel Bible Academy Private 15 students · Kindergarten–12th	15	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Siskiyou County Special Education 69 students · Kindergarten–12th	69	Kindergarten–12th	6.5
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	COVENANT CHAPEL BIBLE ACADEMY Private 30 students · 2nd–12th	30	2nd–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Yreka

Yreka, California · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$47,105

Median Home Value

$256,400

Median Rent

$984/mo

Population

10,220

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

64%

Poverty Rate

20.3%

Community Profile

Yreka has a median household income of $47,105. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $256,400, with a median rent of $984/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 10
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 4
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 5.7/10

Resources

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School Districts (3)

Yreka Union Elementary

4 schools · 869 students

Yreka Union High

3 schools · 692 students

Siskiyou County Office of Education

1 school · 70 students

Nearby Cities

Fort Jones (6 schools)

13 mi

Horse Creek (1 school)

Mount Shasta (5 schools)

33 mi

Dunsmuir (1 school)

39 mi

Other Major Cities in California

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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 Yreka, California

How many schools are in Yreka, California?

Yreka has 10 schools, including 6 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Yreka, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Yreka is 5.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Yreka on MySchoolScout is Evergreen Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Yreka, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Yreka on MySchoolScout is Evergreen Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Yreka, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Yreka on MySchoolScout is Jackson Street Elementary with a composite score of 5.4/10.

What is the best high school in Yreka, California?

The top-ranked high school in Yreka on MySchoolScout is Yreka High with a composite score of 5.4/10.

How many school districts serve Yreka, California?

Yreka is served by 3 school districts: Yreka Union Elementary, Yreka Union High, Siskiyou County Office of Education.

What is the education level in Yreka, California?

According to Census data, 20% of adults in Yreka have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Yreka, California?

The median household income in Yreka is approximately $47,105 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Yreka, California?

Yes, Yreka has 4 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Yreka Sda Christian School with a score of 5.7/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yreka is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Yreka, 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.