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Best 95831 California Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,244 students in 95831, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95831, CA are Genevieve Didion, Matsuyama Elementary School and Pony Express Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95831 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95831, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95831, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Genevieve Didion
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6490 Harmon Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4575
Gr: K-8 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Matsuyama Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7680 Windbridge Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4650
Gr: K-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Pony Express Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1250 56th Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4690
Gr: K-6 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Sol Aureus College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6620 Gloria Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 421-0600
Gr: K-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Yav Pem Suab Academy - Preparing For The Future Charter
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7555 South Land Park Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5057
Gr: K-6 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6251 13th St.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4510
Gr: K-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Martin Luther King Junior
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
480 Little River Way
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4645
Gr: K-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6870 Greenhaven Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4525
Gr: K-6 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95831, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95831, CA include Genevieve Didion, Matsuyama Elementary School and Pony Express Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95831?
8 public elementary schools are located in 95831.
What is the racial composition of students in 95831?
95831 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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