Best Bayside Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 455 students in Bayside, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 25 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Bayside, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in Bayside, CA is Jacoby Creek. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bayside, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Bayside have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Bayside, CA (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacoby Creek
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1617 Old Arcata Rd.
Bayside, CA 95524
(707) 822-4896
Gr: K-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Bayside, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Bayside, CA include Jacoby Creek.
How many public schools are located in Bayside?
1 public schools are located in Bayside.
What percentage of students in Bayside go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Bayside are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bayside?
Bayside public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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