For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 648 students in Knightsen, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Knightsen, CA are Old River Elementary School and Knightsen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Knightsen, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Knightsen have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Knightsen, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Old River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30 Learning Ln.
Knightsen, CA 94548
(925) 626-3330
Knightsen, CA 94548
(925) 626-3330
Gr: K-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Knightsen Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1923 Delta Rd.
Knightsen, CA 94548
(925) 625-0073
Knightsen, CA 94548
(925) 625-0073
Gr: K-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Knightsen, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Knightsen, CA include Old River Elementary School and Knightsen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Knightsen?
2 public schools are located in Knightsen.
What is the racial composition of students in Knightsen?
Knightsen public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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