For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 644 students in Portola, CA.
The top ranked public schools in Portola, CA are C. Roy Carmichael Elementary School and Portola Junior/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portola, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Portola have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Portola, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
C. Roy Carmichael Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
895 W. St.
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0211
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0211
Grades: K-6
| 333 students
Rank: #22.
Portola Junior/senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
155 Sixth Ave.
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-4284
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-4284
Grades: 7-12
| 301 students
Rank: n/an/a
Beckwourth (Jim) High (continuation School)
Alternative School
155 Sixth Ave.
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-4284
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-4284
Grades: 9-12
| 10 students
Portola, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
505 Nevada St.
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0560
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0560
Grades: 6-8
| 236 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Portola, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Portola, CA include C. Roy Carmichael Elementary School and Portola Junior/senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Portola, CA?
3 public schools are located in Portola, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in Portola, CA?
Portola, CA public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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