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Best 95838 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 20,729 students in 95838, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 49 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 95838, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95838, CA are Taylor Street Elementary School, Bell Avenue Elementary School and Futures High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95838 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95838, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95838, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Taylor Street Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4350 Taylor St.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 927-5340
Gr: K-6 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Bell Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1900 Bell Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-0202
Gr: K-6 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Futures High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Grace Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-1902
Gr: 9-12 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Norwood Junior High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4601 Norwood Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-2710
Gr: 7-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Del Paso Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
590 Morey Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3425
Gr: K-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Main Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 Main Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 929-9559
Gr: K-6 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
201 Jessie Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-2767
Gr: K-6 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Robla Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5200 Marysville Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 649-5200
Gr: K-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #99.
Fairbanks Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
227 Fairbanks Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3435
Gr: K-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Grant Union High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3450
Gr: 9-12 | 1,987 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Michael J. Castori Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1801 South Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3420
Gr: K-6 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1212.
Higher Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Grace Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-5183
Gr: K-12 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1313.
Keema School For Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1281 North Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3410
Gr: K-12 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1414.
Vista Nueva Career And Technology High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2035 North Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-2750
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
California Innovative Career Academy
Charter School
1333 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 436-5770
Gr: 1-12 | 1,729 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Highlands Community Charter
Charter School
1333 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 844-2283
Gr: 1-12 | 11,713 students Student-teacher ratio: 92:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Robla Preschool
4351 Pinell St.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 927-0136

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 95838, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95838, CA include Taylor Street Elementary School, Bell Avenue Elementary School and Futures High School.
How many public schools are located in 95838?
17 public schools are located in 95838.
What percentage of students in 95838 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 95838 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95838?
95838 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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