For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 250 students in 96056, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 96056, CA are Soldier Mountain High (Continuation School) and Fall River Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96056 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96056, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96056, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Soldier Mountain High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
44144 A St.
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-7159
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-7159
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Fall River Junior-senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
44215 Walnut St.
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-5515
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-5515
Gr: 7-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Fall River Community Day
Alternative School
44144 A St.
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-7159
Mcarthur, CA 96056
(530) 336-7159
Gr: 7-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96056, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 96056, CA include Soldier Mountain High (Continuation School) and Fall River Junior-senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 96056?
3 public schools are located in 96056.
What is the racial composition of students in 96056?
96056 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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