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Best 94806 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 7,214 students in 94806, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 275 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 94806, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94806, CA are Middle College High School, Caliber Beta Academy and Making Waves Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94806 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94806, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 94806, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middle College High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2600 Mission Bell Dr.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 215-3881
Gr: 9-12 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Caliber Beta Academy
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2465 Dolan Way
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 685-9886
Gr: K-8 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Making Waves Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4123 Lakeside Dr.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 262-1511
Gr: 5-12 | 1,078 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Montalvin Manor Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
300 Christine Dr.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1405
Gr: K-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Summit Public School Tamalpais
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3020 Hilltop Mall Rd.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 374-4185
Gr: 7-12 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Vista Independent Study / Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2625 Barnard Rd.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1431
Gr: K-12 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Tara Hills Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2300 Dolan Way
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1428
Gr: K-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #88.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2829 Moyers Rd.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1424
Gr: K-6 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1300 Amador St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1409
Gr: K-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Oakland Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4215 Foothill Blvd.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 532-6751
Gr: 6-8 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1111.
Bayview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3001 16th St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1401
Gr: K-6 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Edward M. Downer Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1231 18th St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 234-3851
Gr: K-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Dover Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1870 19th St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1420
Gr: K-6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Lake Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2700 Eleventh St.
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 231-1451
Gr: K-6 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1515.
Helms Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2500 Road 20
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 233-3988
Gr: 7-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 94806, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94806, CA include Middle College High School, Caliber Beta Academy and Making Waves Academy.
How many public schools are located in 94806?
15 public schools are located in 94806.
What percentage of students in 94806 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 94806 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94806?
94806 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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