For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,153 students in 95660, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 50 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 95660, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95660, CA are Creative Connections Arts Academy, Hillsdale Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95660 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95660, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95660, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Creative Connections Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7201 Arutas Dr.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1870
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1870
Gr: K-12 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Hillsdale Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6469 Guthrie Way
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1860
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1860
Gr: K-6 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5241 Harrison St.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1900
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1900
Gr: K-6 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Warren A. Allison Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4315 Don Julio Blvd.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1810
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1810
Gr: K-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Sierra View Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3638 Bainbridge Dr.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1960
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1960
Gr: K-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Kohler Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4004 Bruce Way
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1850
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1850
Gr: K-8 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Village Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6845 Larchmont Dr.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1970
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1970
Gr: K-8 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Highlands High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6601 Guthrie Way
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-3465
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-3465
Gr: 9-12 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #99.
Frederick Joyce Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6050 Watt Ave.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1880
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1880
Gr: K-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1010.
Pacific Career And Technology High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6560 Melrose Dr.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-2715
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-2715
Gr: 9-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1111.
Oakdale Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3708 Myrtle Ave.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1910
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1910
Gr: K-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Miles P. Richmond
Special Education School
4330 Keema Ave.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-3495
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-3495
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
95660, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5450 Georgia Dr
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1800
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1800
Gr: K-6
Campos Verdes Alternative Magnet Middle School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
3701 Stephen Dr.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 286-1900
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 286-1900
Gr: 7-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
6444 Walerga Rd.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 286-1800
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 286-1800
Gr: 7-8 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
3701 Stephen Dr.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 286-1902
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 286-1902
Gr: 7-12 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
7201 Arutas Dr.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1870
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1870
Gr: 1-6 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
6560 Melrose Dr
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1890
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-1890
Gr: K-6 | 321 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Pathways Community Day (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
6560 Melrose Dr.
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-2715
North Highlands, CA 95660
(916) 566-2715
Gr: K-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95660, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95660, CA include Creative Connections Arts Academy, Hillsdale Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95660?
12 public schools are located in 95660.
What percentage of students in 95660 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 95660 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95660?
95660 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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