For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 7,063 students in 95608, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 95608, CA are Ralph Richardson Center and Visions In Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95608 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95608, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95608 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Visions In Education, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95608, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ralph Richardson Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4848 Cottage Way
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 971-7411
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 971-7411
Grades: K-12
| 54 students
Rank: #22.
Visions In Education
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5030 El Camino Ave.
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 883-1601
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 883-1601
Grades: K-12
| 7,009 students
95608, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Atkinson Academy Charter (Closed 2020)
Charter School
4718 Engle Rd.
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 977-3790
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 977-3790
Grades: K-12
| 38 students
3700 Garfield Ave
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 575-2349
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 575-2349
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
4825 Kenneth Ave.
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 971-7578
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 971-7578
Grades: K-6
| 382 students
5825 Windmill Way
Carmichael, CA 95608
(626) 921-8200
Carmichael, CA 95608
(626) 921-8200
Grades: 7-12
| 1,108 students
4848 Cottage Way
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 971-7320
Carmichael, CA 95608
(916) 971-7320
Grades: 6-8
| 289 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 95608, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 95608, CA include Ralph Richardson Center and Visions In Education.
How many public high schools are located in 95608?
2 public high schools are located in 95608.
What is the racial composition of students in 95608?
95608 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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