For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 214 students in 95955, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95955, CA are Maxwell Elementary School and Maxwell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95955 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95955, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95955, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maxwell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
146 North St.
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2401
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2401
Gr: K-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Maxwell Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
146 North St.
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2401
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2401
Gr: 6-8 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
95955, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Enid Prine High (Continuation School) (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
519 Oak St
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2291
Maxwell, CA 95955
(530) 438-2291
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95955, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95955, CA include Maxwell Elementary School and Maxwell Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95955?
2 public elementary schools are located in 95955.
What is the racial composition of students in 95955?
95955 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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