Summary:
Galt, California is served by 10 public schools across two districts, educating approximately 5,415 students from kindergarten through 12th grade, with six elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools including a continuation school.
Among the standout schools, Liberty Ranch High School is the clear top performer in the area, ranking in the 86th percentile statewide with the highest test scores and lowest chronic absenteeism among high schools, while Lake Canyon Elementary and River Oaks Elementary are the strongest elementary schools. In contrast, Estrellita Continuation High faces significant challenges with very low rankings and test scores, and Valley Oaks Elementary has shown a notable decline in its state ranking over recent years.
The Galt Joint Union High district maintains a strong average graduation rate above the state average. A key finding is the performance gap between the two comprehensive high schools, as Liberty Ranch significantly outperforms Galt High in test scores despite similar enrollment and funding, correlating with lower chronic absenteeism. Mathematics proficiency is a relative weakness across most schools compared to English, and per-student spending varies widely, with Fairsite Elementary (a kindergarten-only school) and Estrellita Continuation High receiving the highest funding levels.
Thank you for your feedback!