For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 226 students in La Grange, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in La Grange, CA are Don Pedro High School and Lake Don Pedro Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Grange, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in La Grange have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in La Grange, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Don Pedro High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3090 Merced Falls Rd.
La Grange, CA 95329
(209) 852-2864
La Grange, CA 95329
(209) 852-2864
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Lake Don Pedro Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2411 Hidalgo
La Grange, CA 95329
(209) 852-2144
La Grange, CA 95329
(209) 852-2144
Gr: K-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in La Grange, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in La Grange, CA include Don Pedro High School and Lake Don Pedro Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in La Grange?
2 public schools are located in La Grange.
What is the racial composition of students in La Grange?
La Grange public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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