Acton is unusual for a small community: it runs its own unified school district, the Acton-Agua Dulce Unified School District (AADUSD), rather than feeding the Antelope Valley high-school district.
One unified district, cradle to graduation
Unlike most Antelope Valley–adjacent communities (where elementary and high school are run by separate districts), Acton has a single unified district covering all grades. The Acton-Agua Dulce Unified School District, founded in 1881 and unified in 1993, serves roughly 200 square miles. Its Acton campuses are:
- Meadowlark Elementary (Sacramento Ave., Acton)
- High Desert Middle School (Antelope Woods Rd., Acton)
- Vasquez High School (Red Rover Mine Rd., Acton)
A point worth correcting: because AADUSD runs its own high school (Vasquez), Acton is not an Antelope Valley Union High School District community. Don’t assume AVUHSD for an Acton address.
Why the single-district structure matters to buyers
Having one local unified district is a genuine selling point for Acton families: K–12 continuity within a small, rural district, and a high school (Vasquez) physically in the community rather than a bus ride down into the valley. Verify the current performance picture on the California School Dashboard, and confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the district.
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district serves Acton?
The Acton-Agua Dulce Unified School District (AADUSD) — a single unified district running Meadowlark Elementary, High Desert Middle, and Vasquez High, all in Acton.
Is Acton part of AVUHSD?
No. Because AADUSD is fully unified and runs its own high school (Vasquez High), Acton is not part of the Antelope Valley Union High School District.
What high school serves Acton?
Vasquez High School, part of the Acton-Agua Dulce Unified School District, located in Acton on Red Rover Mine Rd.
How do I check current Acton school ratings?
Use the California School Dashboard for the most current performance data, and confirm a specific home’s assigned schools with AADUSD.
Does Brian sell homes in Acton?
Yes — the Brian Cooper team serves the Santa Clarita Valley and its rural fringe including Acton, with by-address school and fire-zone checks built into the process.
