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Best 95503 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 3,415 students in 95503, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 95503, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95503, CA are Garfield Elementary School, Freshwater Charter Middle School and Cutten Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95503 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95503, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95503, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2200 Freshwater Rd.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-5471
Gr: K-6 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Freshwater Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
75 Greenwood Heights Dr.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-2969
Gr: 7-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Cutten Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4182 Walnut Dr.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-3900
Gr: 3-6 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Freshwater Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
75 Greenwood Heights Dr.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-2969
Gr: K-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
South Bay Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6077 Loma Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4828
Gr: K-8 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Northern United - Humboldt Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2020 Campton Rd.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 445-2660
Gr: K-12 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #77.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3322 Dolbeer St.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2547
Gr: K-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #88.
Northern United - Siskiyou Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
423 South Broadway
Eureka, CA 95503
(530) 842-4509
Gr: K-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #99.
South Bay Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6077 Loma Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4828
Gr: 4-6 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #1010.
Pine Hill Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5230 Vance Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4596
Gr: K-3 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #1111.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3901 G St.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2552
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1212.
Winship Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2500 Cypress Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2487
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1313.
Alice Birney Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
717 South Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2495
Gr: K-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1414.
Glen Paul
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2501 Cypress Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 445-7068
Gr: K-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Ridgewood Elementary School
2060 Ridgewood Dr.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-3930
Gr: K-2 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 95503, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95503, CA include Garfield Elementary School, Freshwater Charter Middle School and Cutten Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95503?
15 public schools are located in 95503.
What percentage of students in 95503 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 95503 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95503?
95503 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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