For the 2025 school year, there are 19 public schools serving 20,387 students in 95838, CA (there are , serving 21 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.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 95838 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95838, CA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Taylor Street Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4350 Taylor St.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 927-5340
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 927-5340
Gr: K-6 | 333 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Bell Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Bell Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-0202
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-0202
Gr: K-6 | 381 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Futures High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 Grace Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-1902
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-1902
Gr: 7-12 | 475 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Norwood Junior High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Norwood Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-2710
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-2710
Gr: 7-8 | 458 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Del Paso Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
590 Morey Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3425
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3425
Gr: K-6 | 469 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Main Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Main Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 929-9559
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 929-9559
Gr: K-6 | 362 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Jessie Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-2767
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-2767
Gr: K-6 | 477 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Robla Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Marysville Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 649-5200
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 649-5200
Gr: K-6 | 363 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #99.
Fairbanks Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
227 Fairbanks Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3435
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3435
Gr: K-6 | 369 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Grant Union High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3450
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3450
Gr: 9-12 | 2,016 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Nova Opportunity
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2035 N. Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-2765
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-2765
Gr: 7-9 | 6 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
Rank: #1212.
Michael J. Castori Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1801 South Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3420
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3420
Gr: K-6 | 558 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1313.
Higher Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 Grace Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-5183
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-5183
Gr: K-12 | 539 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1414.
Keema School For Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1281 North Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3410
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3410
Gr: K-12 | 582 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1515.
Vista Nueva Career And Technology High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2035 North Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-2750
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-2750
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1616.
Katherine Johnson Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Bell St.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 971-5500
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 971-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 616 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
California Innovative Career Academy
Charter School
1333 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 436-5770
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 436-5770
Gr: 1-12 | 3,180 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
Highlands Community Charter
Charter School
1333 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 844-2283
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 844-2283
Gr: 1-12 | 9,069 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 73:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
95838, California ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Highlands Community Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1333 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 844-2283
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 844-2283
Gr: 1-12 | 4,210 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
155 Morey Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3485
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3485
Gr: K
1281 North Ave
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 643-8775
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 643-8775
Gr: K-6 | 292 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Nova Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2035 North Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-1184
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-1184
Gr: 7-9 | 63 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
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?
19 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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