Best 95621 California Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,102 students in 95621, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95621, CA are Lichen K-8 and Sylvan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 95621 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 95621, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95621, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lichen K-8
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
8319 Lichen Dr.
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 971-5237
Gr: K-8 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Sylvan Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7085 Auburn Blvd.
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 971-7873
Gr: 6-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 95621 California

95621, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
5959 Greenback Ln. #500 C/o Ca
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 992-9036
Gr: K-6 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 95621, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95621, CA include Lichen K-8 and Sylvan Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 95621?
2 public middle schools are located in 95621.
What is the racial composition of students in 95621?
95621 public middle schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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