For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,361 students in 95540, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 98 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 95540, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95540, CA are Academy Of The Redwoods, Redwood Preparatory Charter and Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95540 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95540, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95540, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of The Redwoods
Alternative School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7351 Tompkins Hill Rd.
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 476-4203
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 476-4203
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Redwood Preparatory Charter
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1480 Ross Hill Rd.
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 682-6149
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 682-6149
Gr: K-8 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3850 Rohnerville Rd.
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-4688
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-4688
Gr: K-4 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Linell K. Walker Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2089 Newburg Rd.
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-2519
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-2519
Gr: K-4 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Fortuna Union High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
379 12th St.
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-4461
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-4461
Gr: 9-12 | 871 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Toddy Thomas Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Thomas St.
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-5197
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-5197
Gr: 5-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #77.
Fortuna Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
843 L St.
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-3415
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-3415
Gr: 7-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #88.
East High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
392 16th St.
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-4463
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-4463
Gr: 10-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
95540, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Eel River Success Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2292 Newburg Ave
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-0209
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-0209
843 L St.
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-3415
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-3415
Gr: 5-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Strongs Creek Community Day (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
922 North St
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-5303
Fortuna, CA 95540
(707) 725-5303
Gr: 9-10 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95540, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95540, CA include Academy Of The Redwoods, Redwood Preparatory Charter and Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95540?
8 public schools are located in 95540.
What percentage of students in 95540 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 95540 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95540?
95540 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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