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Best Anderson Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 3,270 students in Anderson, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 47 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Anderson, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Anderson, CA are Anderson High School, Happy Valley Community Day and North State Aspire Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anderson, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Anderson have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Anderson, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anderson High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1471 Ferry St.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 365-2741
Gr: 9-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Happy Valley Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
16300 Cloverdale Rd.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 357-2131
Gr: K-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
North State Aspire Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1500 Spruce St.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 378-7050
Gr: K-5 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
20981 Dersch Rd.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 365-1801
Gr: K-3 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Anderson New Technology High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2098 North St.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 365-3100
Gr: 8-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Happy Valley Primary
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16300 Cloverdale Rd.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 357-2131
Gr: K-3 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Tree Of Life International Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
19415 Jacqueline St.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 378-7040
Gr: K-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #88.
Meadow Lane Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2770 Balls Ferry Rd.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 378-7030
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #99.
Happy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
17480 Palm Ave.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 357-2111
Gr: 4-8 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #1010.
Anderson Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1646 West Ferry St.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 378-7060
Gr: 6-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1111.
Northern Summit Academy Shasta
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2301 Balls Ferry Rd.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 338-1399
Gr: K-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #1212.
Oakview High (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
20111 Olinda Rd.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 378-6895
Gr: 9-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #1313.
Anderson Heights Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1530 Spruce St.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 378-7050
Gr: K-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #1414.
North Valley High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
20083 Olinda Rd.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 365-6054
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Anderson Community Day
Alternative School
5250 West Anderson Dr.
Anderson, CA 96007
(530) 365-6054
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Anderson, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Anderson, CA include Anderson High School, Happy Valley Community Day and North State Aspire Academy.
How many public schools are located in Anderson?
15 public schools are located in Anderson.
What percentage of students in Anderson go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Anderson are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Anderson?
Anderson public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Anderson are often viewed compared to one another?

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