Kings County Schools & Education
Kings County, California
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
61/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
91.1%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.1%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 87.5%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,933
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,762
School Score
61/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 55/100
State Score Position
#18
of 58 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Kings County
Measured School Summary
Kings County performs at an average level with a school score of 61/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.1%.
Funding Context
At $7,933 per pupil, Kings County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 10% above the California average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Kings County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
67 public schools and 18 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
61/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #18 of 58 California counties with school score data.
Completion
91.1%
3.6 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,933
$829 below the state average
School coverage
67
18 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Kings County has 67 public schools across 18 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Kings County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Large multi-district county
Kings County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.
State position
#18
of 58 California counties with school score data. The county score is 6 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 99% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Hanford Elementary
Elementary and middle visible
5,525 students
12 listed schools in this county slice.
Hanford Joint Union High
High school only in this slice
4,237 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
Corcoran Joint Unified
Elementary to high school visible
3,267 students
8 listed schools in this county slice.
Lemoore Union Elementary
Elementary and middle visible
3,229 students
8 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Hanford Elementary is the largest listed district slice, with 12 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Kings County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Kings County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?
Education Overview
About Schools in Kings County, California
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Central Valley Schools and Growing Districts
Kings County operates 67 public schools serving 28,989 students across 18 districts. The county features a strong charter school presence, with 12 schools representing nearly 18% of all local campuses. The school hierarchy includes 34 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 19 high schools.
Hanford and Lemoore Lead the Way
Hanford Elementary is the county's largest district, serving 5,525 students across 12 schools. Lemoore High is the largest single campus with 1,861 students, while Hanford High follows with 1,549. For families seeking alternative options, Kings Valley Academy II is a significant charter school serving over 1,000 students.
Balanced Urban and Rural Options
The county's 67 schools are well-distributed, with 24 in city settings and 16 in rural areas. The average school size is 453 students, providing a more moderate-scale environment than some of its larger neighboring counties. This balance allows for a mix of city conveniences and rural community ties within the local school system.
School Overview
Total Schools
67
in Kings County
Reported Enrollment
28,989
66 schools reporting
School Districts
18
districts
Charter Schools
12
18% of total
School Level Breakdown
18 School Districts in Kings County
Hanford Elementary
GuideHanford Joint Union High
GuideCorcoran Joint Unified
Lemoore Union Elementary
Reef-Sunset Unified
Lemoore Union High
Central Union Elementary
Pioneer Union Elementary
Armona Union Elementary
Kings Valley Academy II District
67 Public Schools in Kings County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 5 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 67 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemoore High | Profile | Lemoore Union High | Lemoore, 93245Suburb: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,861 |
| Hanford High | Profile | Hanford Joint Union High | Hanford, 93230City: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,549 |
| Hanford West High | Profile | Hanford Joint Union High | Hanford, 93230City: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,332 |
| Sierra Pacific High | Profile | Hanford Joint Union High | Hanford, 93230City: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,072 |
| Kings Valley Academy II | Profile | Kings Valley Academy II District | Hanford, 93280City: Small | KG–12 | Charter | 1,044 |
| Corcoran High | Record | Corcoran Joint Unified | Corcoran, 93212Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 902 |
| Kings River-Hardwick Elementary | Record | Kings River-Hardwick Union Elementary | Hanford, 93230Rural: Fringe | KG–8 | Charter | 823 |
| Avenal High | Record | Reef-Sunset Unified | Avenal, 93204Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 786 |
| John Muir Middle | Record | Corcoran Joint Unified | Corcoran, 93212Town: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 783 |
| Akers Elementary | Record | Central Union Elementary | Lemoore, 93245Town: Fringe | KG–8 | Primary | 691 |
| Avenal Elementary | Record | Reef-Sunset Unified | Avenal, 93204Town: Distant | KG–5 | Primary | 667 |
| Liberty Middle | Record | Lemoore Union Elementary | Lemoore, 93245Suburb: Small | 7–8 | Middle | 666 |
| Monroe Elementary | Record | Hanford Elementary | Hanford, 93232City: Small | KG–6 | Primary | 647 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary | Record | Hanford Elementary | Hanford, 93232City: Small | KG–6 | Primary | 630 |
| Woodrow Wilson Junior High | Record | Hanford Elementary | Hanford, 93232City: Small | 7–8 | Middle | 569 |
| Reef Sunset Middle | Record | Reef-Sunset Unified | Avenal, 93204Town: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 562 |
| Armona Elementary | Record | Armona Union Elementary | Armona, 93202Suburb: Small | KG–4 | Primary | 553 |
| Pioneer Middle | Record | Pioneer Union Elementary | Hanford, 93230City: Small | 6–8 | Charter | 550 |
| Lemoore Elementary | Record | Lemoore Union Elementary | Lemoore, 93245Suburb: Small | KG–6 | Primary | 542 |
| Bret Harte Elementary | Record | Corcoran Joint Unified | Corcoran, 93212Town: Distant | KG–1 | Primary | 531 |
Lemoore High
Lemoore Union High
Lemoore, 93245 / Suburb: Small
Hanford High
Hanford Joint Union High
Hanford, 93230 / City: Small
Hanford West High
Hanford Joint Union High
Hanford, 93230 / City: Small
Sierra Pacific High
Hanford Joint Union High
Hanford, 93230 / City: Small
Kings Valley Academy II
Kings Valley Academy II District
Hanford, 93280 / City: Small
Kings River-Hardwick Elementary
Kings River-Hardwick Union Elementary
Hanford, 93230 / Rural: Fringe
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Hanford Elementary
Hanford, 93232 / City: Small
Lemoore Elementary
Lemoore Union Elementary
Lemoore, 93245 / Suburb: Small
Bret Harte Elementary
Corcoran Joint Unified
Corcoran, 93212 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,933
State avg $8,762
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Schools in Kings County, California — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Kings County, California?
Kings County operates 67 public schools serving 28,989 students across 18 districts. The county features a strong charter school presence, with 12 schools representing nearly 18% of all local campuses. The school hierarchy includes 34 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 19 high schools.
What are the major school districts in Kings County, California?
Hanford Elementary is the county's largest district, serving 5,525 students across 12 schools. Lemoore High is the largest single campus with 1,861 students, while Hanford High follows with 1,549. For families seeking alternative options, Kings Valley Academy II is a significant charter school serving over 1,000 students.
What is the school experience like in Kings County?
The county's 67 schools are well-distributed, with 24 in city settings and 16 in rural areas. The average school size is 453 students, providing a more moderate-scale environment than some of its larger neighboring counties. This balance allows for a mix of city conveniences and rural community ties within the local school system.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.