For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 40 students in 96017, CA.
The top ranked public school in 96017, CA is Castle Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 96017 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96017, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96017, CA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Castle Rock Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
29373 Main St.
Castella, CA 96017
(530) 235-0101
Castella, CA 96017
(530) 235-0101
Gr: K-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96017, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 96017, CA include Castle Rock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96017?
1 public schools are located in 96017.
What is the racial composition of students in 96017?
96017 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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