For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,862 students in 95864, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 672 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 95864, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95864, CA are Mariemont Elementary School, Rio Americano High School and Arden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95864 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95864, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95864, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mariemont Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1401 Corta Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2360
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2360
Gr: K-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Rio Americano High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4540 American River Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 971-7494
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 971-7494
Gr: 9-12 | 1,891 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Arden Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1640 Watt Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 971-7306
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 971-7306
Gr: 6-8 | 1,010 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Gateway International
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 Morse Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 286-1985
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 286-1985
Gr: K-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Sierra Oaks K-8
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
171 Mills Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2390
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2390
Gr: K-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
San Juan Choices Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4425 Laurelwood Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 979-8378
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 979-8378
Gr: 6-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2950 Hurley Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 979-8960
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 979-8960
Gr: K-8 | 883 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
1500 Dom Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2416
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2416
Gr: K | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95864, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95864, CA include Mariemont Elementary School, Rio Americano High School and Arden Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 95864?
8 public schools are located in 95864.
What percentage of students in 95864 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 95864 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95864?
95864 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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