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Best Galt Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,375 students in Galt, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 96 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Galt, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Galt, CA are Marengo Ranch Elementary School, Lake Canyon Elementary School and River Oaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Galt, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Galt have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Galt, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marengo Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1000 Elk Hills Dr.
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 745-5470
Gr: K-6 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Lake Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
800 Lake Canyon Ave.
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 744-5200
Gr: K-6 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
River Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
905 Vintage Oak Ave.
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 745-4614
Gr: K-6 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Robert L. Mccaffrey Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
997 Park Terrace Dr.
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 745-5462
Gr: 7-8 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Liberty Ranch High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
12945 Marengo Rd.
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 744-4250
Gr: 9-12 | 899 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Vernon E. Greer Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
248 West A St.
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 745-2641
Gr: K-6 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #77.
Galt High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
145 North Lincoln Way
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 745-3081
Gr: 9-12 | 959 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #88.
Valley Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
21 C St.
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 745-1564
Gr: K-6 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Estrellita Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
12935 Marengo Rd.
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 744-5318
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
Fairsite Elementary School
902 Caroline St.
Galt, CA 95632
(209) 744-4545
Gr: K | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Galt, CA?
How many public schools are located in Galt?
10 public schools are located in Galt.
What percentage of students in Galt go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Galt are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Galt?
Galt public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Galt are often viewed compared to one another?

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