For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 344 students in Portola, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Portola, CA is C. Roy Carmichael Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portola, CA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Portola have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Portola, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
C. Roy Carmichael Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
895 West St.
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0211
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0211
Gr: K-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Portola, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
505 Nevada St.
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0560
Portola, CA 96122
(530) 832-0560
Gr: 6-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Portola, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Portola, CA include C. Roy Carmichael Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Portola?
1 public elementary schools are located in Portola.
What is the racial composition of students in Portola?
Portola public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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