Silverado Middle

Silverado Middle serves the southern end of Napa, a city better known for its wine country charm than its school rankings, and families considering this school should go in with clear eyes — it sits in the lower fifth of California middle schools academically, with English, math, and science scores all hovering around the 20th percentile. That said, Napa itself is a genuinely pleasant place to raise kids, with easy access to outdoor spaces, a revitalized downtown, and a tight-knit community feel that can make a real difference in a young teen's experience. Families who prioritize involvement and are ready to supplement at home may still find Silverado a workable fit, especially if they're drawn to the area for its quality of life rather than its school performance alone.