Best 95951 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 708 students in 95951, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 95951, CA are Hamilton High School and Hamilton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95951 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95951, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95951, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
620 Canal St.
Hamilton City, CA 95951
(530) 826-3261
Gr: 9-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
277 Capay Ave.
Hamilton City, CA 95951
(530) 826-3474
Gr: K-8 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Ella Barkley High School
Alternative School
Hwy. 32 And Los Robles St., 30
Hamilton City, CA 95951
(530) 826-3331
Gr: 10-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: n/an/a
Hamilton Community Day
Alternative School
535 Sacramento Ave.
Hamilton City, CA 95951
(530) 826-3261
Gr: 7-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 95951, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95951, CA include Hamilton High School and Hamilton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95951?
4 public schools are located in 95951.
What is the racial composition of students in 95951?
95951 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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