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Best 94952 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 26 public schools serving 4,983 students in 94952, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 712 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 94952, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94952, CA are Petaluma Accelerated Charter, Liberty Elementary School and Grant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94952 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94952, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 94952, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Petaluma Accelerated Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
110 Ellis St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4750
Gr: 7-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
170 Liberty School Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 795-4380
Gr: 1-6 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
200 Grant Ave.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4742
Gr: K-6 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3775 Bodega Ave.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 765-4340
Gr: K-6 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Mcnear Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
605 Sunnyslope Ave.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4752
Gr: K-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Dunham Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4111 Roblar Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 795-5050
Gr: K-6 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #77.
Live Oak Charter
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
100 Gnoss Concourse Bldg. 1
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 762-9020
Gr: K-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #88.
Mary Collins Charter School At Cherry Valley
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1001 Cherry St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4740
Gr: K-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Carpe Diem High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
199 Fair St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4796
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Dunham Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4111 Roblar Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 795-5050
Gr: K-6 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #1111.
Laguna Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2657 Chileno Valley Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 762-6051
Gr: K-6 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1212.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
110 Ellis St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4750
Gr: K-6 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #1313.
Petaluma High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
201 Fair St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4651
Gr: 9-12 | 1,193 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #1414.
Petaluma Junior High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
700 Bantam Way
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4724
Gr: 7-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #1515.
Two Rock Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5001 Spring Hill Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 762-6617
Gr: K-6 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1616.
Valley Oaks High (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
540 Vallejo St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4794
Gr: 7-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #1717.
Valley Vista Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
730 North Webster St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4762
Gr: K-6 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1818.
Cinnabar Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
286 Skillman Ln.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 765-4345
Gr: K-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1919.
South County Consortium
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
200 Douglas St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4641
Gr: K-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #2020.
San Antonio High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
500 Vallejo St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4758
Gr: 9-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Cinnabar Elementary School
286 Skillman Ln.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 765-4345
Gr: K | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Liberty Independent Study
Charter School
170 Liberty School Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 795-4380
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Liberty Primary
170 Liberty School Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 795-4380
Gr: K-1 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Lincoln Union
1300 Hicks Valley Rd.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 763-0045
Gr: K-6
Rank: n/an/a
Valley Oaks Elementary (Alternative)
Alternative School
540 Vallejo St.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4794
Gr: K-6
Rank: n/an/a
Valley Vista Public Waldorf
Charter School
730 North Webster Ave.
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 778-4762

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 94952, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94952, CA include Petaluma Accelerated Charter, Liberty Elementary School and Grant Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94952?
26 public schools are located in 94952.
What percentage of students in 94952 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 94952 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94952?
94952 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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