For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 3,031 students in Arcata, CA (there are , serving 130 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Arcata, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Arcata, CA are Union Street Charter, Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy and Arcata High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arcata, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Arcata have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Arcata, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Street Charter
Charter School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
470 Union St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4845
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4845
Grades: K-5
| 99 students
Rank: #22.
Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1761 11th St.
Arcata, CA 95518
(707) 822-0861
Arcata, CA 95518
(707) 822-0861
Grades: 6-12
| 130 students
Rank: #33.
Arcata High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1720 M St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2400
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,011 students
Rank: #44.
Arcata Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2400 Baldwin St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4858
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4858
Grades: K-5
| 253 students
Rank: #55.
Pacific Union Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3001 Janes Rd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4619
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4619
Grades: K-8
| 529 students
Rank: #66.
Coastal Grove Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1897 S St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-8804
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-8804
Grades: K-8
| 220 students
Rank: #77.
Fuente Nueva Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1730 Janes Rd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-3348
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-3348
Grades: K-5
| 140 students
Rank: #88.
Six Rivers Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1720 M St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2428
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 825-2428
Grades: 9-12
| 106 students
Rank: #99.
Mad River High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Murray Rd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 839-6480
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 839-6480
Grades: 9-12
| 48 students
Rank: #1010.
Sunny Brae Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1430 Buttermilk Ln.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5988
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5988
Grades: 6-8
| 240 students
Rank: #1111.
Laurel Tree Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4555 Valley West Blvd.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5626
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-5626
Grades: K-12
| 173 students
Rank: #1212.
Pacific Coast High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1720 M St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-2443
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-2443
Grades: 9-12
| 40 students
Rank: n/an/a
Trillium Charter
Charter School
1464 Spear Ave.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4721
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 822-4721
Grades: K-5
| 42 students
Arcata, California ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1897 S St.
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-0134
Arcata, CA 95521
(707) 826-0134
Grades: K-6
| 230 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Arcata, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Arcata, CA include Union Street Charter, Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy and Arcata High School.
How many public schools are located in Arcata?
13 public schools are located in Arcata.
What percentage of students in Arcata go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Arcata are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Arcata?
Arcata 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).
Which public schools in Arcata are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Arcata include: Six Rivers Charter High School vs. Arcata High School, Coastal Grove Charter vs. Fuente Nueva Charter, Laurel Tree Charter vs. Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy
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