For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 14,257 students in Elk Grove, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Elk Grove, CA are Pleasant Grove High School, Franklin High School and Cosumnes Oaks High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elk Grove, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Elk Grove have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Elk Grove, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Franklin High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Elk Grove, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Grove High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9531 Bond Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-0230
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-0230
Gr: 9-12 | 2,512 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Franklin High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6400 Whitelock Pkwy.
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 714-8150
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 714-8150
Gr: 9-12 | 2,659 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Cosumnes Oaks High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8350 Lotz Pkwy.
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 683-7670
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 683-7670
Gr: 9-12 | 2,151 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Elk Grove High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9800 Elk Grove-florin Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7741
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7741
Gr: 9-12 | 1,692 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Laguna Creek High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9050 Vicino Dr.
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 683-1339
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 683-1339
Gr: 9-12 | 2,119 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #66.
Elk Grove Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10065 Atkins Dr.
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 714-1653
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 714-1653
Gr: 7-12 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #77.
Monterey Trail High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8661 Power Inn Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 688-0050
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 688-0050
Gr: 9-12 | 2,298 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Sava - Sacramento Academic And Vocational Academy - Egusd
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3141 Dwight Rd. Ste. 400
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 428-3200
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 428-3200
Gr: 7-12 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Jessie Baker
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8850 Southside Ave.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7703
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7703
Gr: K-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Elk Grove, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Transition High (Continuation School) (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
9800 Elk Grove-florin Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7742
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7742
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Elk Grove, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Elk Grove, CA include Pleasant Grove High School, Franklin High School and Cosumnes Oaks High School.
How many public high schools are located in Elk Grove?
9 public high schools are located in Elk Grove.
What is the racial composition of students in Elk Grove?
Elk Grove public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Elk Grove are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Elk Grove include: Cosumnes Oaks High School vs. Franklin High School, Franklin High School vs. Cosumnes Oaks High School, Elk Grove High School vs. Pleasant Grove High School
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