For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 37 students in Cazadero, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Cazadero, CA are Montgomery Elementary School and Fort Ross Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cazadero, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Cazadero have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cazadero, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montgomery Elementary School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18620 Fort Ross Rd.
Cazadero, CA 95421
(707) 632-5221
Cazadero, CA 95421
(707) 632-5221
Gr: K-8 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Fort Ross Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30600 Seaview Rd.
Cazadero, CA 95421
(707) 847-3390
Cazadero, CA 95421
(707) 847-3390
Gr: K-8 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cazadero, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Cazadero, CA include Montgomery Elementary School and Fort Ross Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cazadero?
2 public schools are located in Cazadero.
What is the racial composition of students in Cazadero?
Cazadero public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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