For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,750 students in Fort Bragg, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Fort Bragg, CA are Noyo High (Continuation School), Shelter Cove and Three Rivers Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fort Bragg, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Fort Bragg have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Fort Bragg, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Noyo High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
250 South Sanderson Way
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2889
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2889
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Shelter Cove
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
250 South Sanderson Way
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2889
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2889
Gr: 4-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Three Rivers Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1211 Del Mar Dr. #301
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 964-1128
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 964-1128
Gr: 1-8 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Fort Bragg High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Dana St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2880
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2880
Gr: 9-12 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Dana Gray Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1197 East Chestnut St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2865
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2865
Gr: 3-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Fort Bragg Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Harold St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2870
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2870
Gr: 6-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Community Day
Alternative School
250 South Sanderson Way
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2889
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2889
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
324 South Lincoln St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2860
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2860
Gr: K-2 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Fort Bragg, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Fort Bragg, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Fort Bragg, CA include Noyo High (Continuation School), Shelter Cove and Three Rivers Charter.
How many public schools are located in Fort Bragg?
8 public schools are located in Fort Bragg.
What is the racial composition of students in Fort Bragg?
Fort Bragg public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Fort Bragg are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Fort Bragg include: Dana Gray Elementary School vs. Redwood Elementary School, Redwood Elementary School vs. Dana Gray Elementary School
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