For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 450 students in Magalia, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 38 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Magalia, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Magalia, CA are Cedarwood Elementary School and Pine Ridge. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Magalia, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Magalia have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Magalia, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedarwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6400 Columbine Rd.
Magalia, CA 95954
(530) 873-3785
Magalia, CA 95954
(530) 873-3785
Gr: K-6 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Pine Ridge
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13878 Compton Dr.
Magalia, CA 95954
(530) 873-3800
Magalia, CA 95954
(530) 873-3800
Gr: K-6 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Magalia, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
13835 West Park Dr.
Magalia, CA 95954
(530) 873-3864
Magalia, CA 95954
(530) 873-3864
Gr: 6-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Magalia, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Magalia, CA include Cedarwood Elementary School and Pine Ridge.
How many public schools are located in Magalia?
2 public schools are located in Magalia.
What percentage of students in Magalia go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Magalia are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Magalia?
Magalia public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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