Residents Offer Insights on Top-ranked Educational Institutions in Placerville
Top-Recommended Schools in Placerville, CA
Placerville, California, is home to a variety of highly-regarded schools catering to different educational needs. Local residents have shared their recommendations for public, private, charter, Montessori, Waldorf, and Catholic schools in the area.
Public Schools (El Dorado Union High School District)
The El Dorado Union High School District is highly regarded, with an overall grade A, indicating strong academics and college preparation. Notable high schools in the district include:
- Pacific Crest Academy (grade A, 4.55/5 rating)
- Union Mine High School (grade A-, 4.01/5 rating)
- Oak Ridge High School (grade A, 3.83/5 rating)
- Ponderosa High School (grade A-, 3.92/5 rating)
- El Dorado High School (grade B+, 3.68/5 rating)
Elementary Schools (Gold Trail Union Elementary School District)
The Gold Trail Union Elementary School District is valued by locals for its supportive community and staff. The district includes two schools with an overall grade B.
Private and Catholic Schools
While specific Catholic or private schools in Placerville were not explicitly listed in the search results, the Sacramento metro area offers several well-rated private schools generally ranging from PK to grade 12 with ratings above 4.0 out of 5. Parents in Placerville may consider these options for private and Catholic education.
Montessori and Waldorf Schools
The search results did not provide specific Montessori or Waldorf schools in Placerville. However, these types of schools are often private and may be found in nearby regions or listed on specialized local directories or community resources.
Charter Schools
Pacific Crest Academy, a school within the El Dorado Union High School District, is a charter school noted for its high rating (4.55/5) and grade A.
Local Recommendations
Tina P. suggests the California Montessori Project (CMP) in Shingle Springs for those who want their children to attend Ponderosa High School. Lisa R. highly recommends Indian Creek Elementary, praising its free buses, breakfast and lunch programs, and dedicated staff. Mo H. also recommends Indian Creek Elementary.
Ponderosa High School offers great academics, music programs, sports, and FFA opportunities for students interested in animals. Susan C. suggests the Buckeye Union Mandarin Immersion Charter School. Susan P. mentions that the Placerville Union School District has wonderful schools like Louisiana Schnell and Sierra Elementary within city limits.
Eileen C. and Susan P. point out Holy Trinity in El Dorado Hills as a Catholic school option, approximately a 20-25 minute drive from Placerville. Maya C. recommends Cedar Springs Waldorf School. Keith L. advises considering Camino Union School, a K-8 school with a low student-to-teacher ratio and bus service to Placerville.
For those seeking highly specific Montessori or Waldorf schools, or in-depth recommendations by locals, contacting local parent groups, community forums, or educational consultants in Placerville might be more informative.
- Education and self-development opportunities in Placerville, CA, extend beyond traditional schools, as local residents recommend various Montessori and Waldorf schools, as well as private and Catholic schools, in the Sacramento metro area.
- For those seeking a Montessori education specifically, the California Montessori Project in Shingle Springs might be a good consideration, as suggested by Tina P., or other Montessori schools found in nearby regions or on specialized local directories or community resources.
