What are the best neighborhoods in Santa Clarita?

Santa Clarita's top neighborhoods include Valencia (family-friendly with excellent schools and shopping), Stevenson Ranch (upscale homes and top-rated schools), Saugus (established community with parks), Newhall (historic charm with revitalized downtown), Canyon Country (affordable options with mountain views), and Castaic (spacious lots near Castaic Lake). Browse neighborhood guides at everythingscv.com.

What is the median home price in Santa Clarita?

The median home price in Santa Clarita Valley typically ranges from $700,000 to $900,000 depending on the neighborhood. Valencia and Stevenson Ranch tend to be higher, while Canyon Country and Castaic offer more affordable options. View live MLS listings and current market data at everythingscv.com/HomeInSCV.

What are the best schools in Santa Clarita?

Santa Clarita has 55+ schools across 5 districts with an average rating above 8/10. Top-rated schools include West Ranch High School (9.5), Academy of the Canyons (9.2), Valencia High School (9.0), and Stevenson Ranch Elementary (9.0). Explore all school ratings at everythingscv.com/SCVSchoolZones.

What is there to do in Santa Clarita this weekend?

Santa Clarita offers events every weekend including farmers markets, live music, food truck festivals, outdoor movies, and family activities. Popular attractions include Six Flags Magic Mountain, Castaic Lake, Placerita Canyon, and Valencia Town Center. Check this weekend's events at everythingscv.com/Events.

Is Santa Clarita a good place to live?

Santa Clarita consistently ranks as one of the safest and most family-friendly cities in California. With excellent schools, over 30 parks, 100+ miles of trails, diverse dining, and a strong community, it's ideal for families and professionals. It's about 35 miles north of downtown LA with easy freeway access. Learn more at everythingscv.com.

Schools & Ratings

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Santa Clarita Schools & Ratings 2026 | 54+ Schools Ranked

#1 Rated Schools in LA County

Santa Clarita ValleySchools & Education

Home to 54+ exceptional schools across 5 districts. SCV families enjoy some of the highest-rated education in all of Los Angeles County.

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8.3

Avg Rating

Awards

Total Schools

8.3/10

Avg Rating

Distinguished

43.1K

Total Students

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9.5/10

Top Rated

West Ranch High School

William S. Hart

High School

Performance RatingExceptional

Source: Niche.com

2026 California Distinguished School

National Blue Ribbon School

Grades 9-12

~2,800

26255 West Valencia Blvd, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381

9.2/10

Top Rated

Tesoro del Valle Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExceptional

Source: GreatSchools.org

California Distinguished School

Grades K-6

~720

29171 Tesoro Del Valle Dr, Valencia, CA 91354

9.2/10

Top Rated

Academy of the Canyons

William S. Hart

High School

Performance RatingExceptional

Source: Niche.com

2026 California Distinguished School

National Blue Ribbon School

Grades 7-12

~650

26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91355

9.1/10

Top Rated

North Park Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExceptional

Source: GreatSchools.org

California Distinguished School

Grades K-6

~700

27133 Northside Rd, Valencia, CA 91355

9/10

Top Rated

West Creek Academy

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExceptional

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades K-6

~680

28767 N Westcreek Dr, Valencia, CA 91354

9/10

Top Rated

Stevenson Ranch Elementary

Newhall

Elementary

Performance RatingExceptional

Source: GreatSchools.org

National Blue Ribbon School

California Distinguished School

Grades TK-6

~650

25820 N Carroll Ln, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381

9/10

Top Rated

Bridgeport Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExceptional

Source: GreatSchools.org

California Distinguished School

Grades K-6

~650

23521 Bridgeport Ln, Valencia, CA 91355

9/10

Top Rated

Valencia High School

William S. Hart

High School

Performance RatingExceptional

Source: GreatSchools.org

California Distinguished School

Grades 9-12

~2,600

27801 Dickason Dr, Valencia, CA 91355

8.9/10

Charter School

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-8

~350

28060 Hasley Canyon Road, Ste. 200, Castaic, CA 91384

8.7/10

Highlands Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades K-6

~560

27332 Catala Ave, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

8.6/10

Pico Canyon Elementary

Newhall

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

California Distinguished School

Grades TK-6

~620

25255 Pico Canyon Rd, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381

8.6/10

Plum Canyon Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades K-6

~540

28150 N Plum Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

8.6/10

Rio Norte Junior High

William S. Hart

Junior High

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

California Distinguished School

Grades 7-8

~1,050

28771 Rio Norte Dr, Valencia, CA 91354

8.5/10

Fair Oaks Ranch Elementary

Sulphur Springs

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~520

26933 N Silverthread Ln, Santa Clarita, CA 91387

8.5/10

William S. Hart

Junior High

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades 7-8

~1,100

27171 Vista Delgado Dr, Valencia, CA 91354

8.4/10

Old Orchard Elementary

Newhall

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~500

25141 Avenida Rondel, Valencia, CA 91355

8.4/10

Northlake Hills Elementary

Castaic Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-5

~620

32545 Ridge Route Rd, Castaic, CA 91384

8.3/10

Rosedell Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades K-6

~530

21100 Copper Hill Dr, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

8.3/10

Valencia Valley Elementary

Newhall

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~510

23601 Carrizo Dr, Valencia, CA 91355

8.2/10

Live Oak Elementary

Castaic Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-5

~560

27715 Saddleridge Rd, Castaic, CA 91384

8.2/10

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades K-6

~450

22201 W Kingscrest Dr, Santa Clarita, CA 91390

8.1/10

Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary

Newhall

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~550

21501 Deputy Jake Dr, Newhall, CA 91321

8.1/10

Castaic Middle School

Castaic Union

Junior High

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

2026 California Distinguished School

Grades 6-8

~700

28900 Hillcrest Pkwy, Castaic, CA 91384

8/10

Pinetree Elementary

Sulphur Springs

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~480

29156 N Lotusgarden Dr, Canyon Country, CA 91387

8/10

Wiley Canyon Elementary

Newhall

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~460

24240 La Glorita Cir, Newhall, CA 91321

8/10

Golden Valley High School

William S. Hart

High School

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades 9-12

~2,200

27051 Robert C. Lee Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

8/10

Bouquet Canyon Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingExcellent

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades K-6

~550

22150 Tresierras Dr, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

7.9/10

Valley View Elementary

Sulphur Springs

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~440

19414 W Sierra Estates Dr, Santa Clarita, CA 91321

7.9/10

Castaic Elementary

Castaic Union

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-5

~530

30455 Park Vista Dr, Castaic, CA 91384

7.9/10

James Foster Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades K-6

~520

22500 Pamplico Dr, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

7.9/10

Sierra Vista Junior High

William S. Hart

Junior High

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades 7-8

~850

19425 W Stillmore St, Canyon Country, CA 91351

7.8/10

Peachland Elementary

Newhall

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~440

24800 Peachland Ave, Newhall, CA 91321

7.8/10

Golden Oak Elementary

Sulphur Springs

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~460

25201 Via Princessa, Santa Clarita, CA 91387

7.8/10

Rio Vista Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades K-6

~490

20417 N Rio Vista Dr, Santa Clarita, CA 91351

7.8/10

Placerita Junior High

William S. Hart

Junior High

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades 7-8

~800

25015 Newhall Ave, Newhall, CA 91321

7.6/10

Newhall Elementary

Newhall

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~420

24607 Walnut St, Newhall, CA 91321

7.6/10

Mitchell Elementary

Sulphur Springs

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~430

16821 W Via Olivera, Canyon Country, CA 91387

7.5/10

Canyon Springs Elementary

Sulphur Springs

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~400

19059 Vicci St, Santa Clarita, CA 91351

7.5/10

Santa Clarita Elementary

Saugus Union

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades K-6

~470

27177 N River Ln, Santa Clarita, CA 91350

7.4/10

Sulphur Springs Elementary

Sulphur Springs

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~390

16628 W Lost Canyon Rd, Canyon Country, CA 91387

7.2/10

Leona Cox Elementary

Sulphur Springs

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~380

18643 Oakmoor St, Canyon Country, CA 91351

7/10

Mint Canyon Elementary

Sulphur Springs

Elementary

Performance RatingGreat

Source: GreatSchools.org

Grades TK-6

~350

16400 W Sierra Hwy, Canyon Country, CA 91351