For the 2025-26 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 5,860 students in 96001, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 239 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 96001, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 96001, CA are Grant Elementary School, University Preparatory and Shasta High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96001 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96001, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96001, CA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8835 Swasey Dr.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 243-0561
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 243-0561
Gr: K-8 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
University Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Eureka Way
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2790
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2790
Gr: 6-12 | 1,016 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Shasta High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 Eureka Way
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 241-4161
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 241-4161
Gr: 9-12 | 1,284 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Shasta Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
307 Park Marina Cir.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2600
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Shasta County Juvenile Court
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2684 Radio Ln.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0360
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0360
Gr: 7-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Manzanita Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1240 Manzanita Hills Ave.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0050
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0050
Gr: K-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #77.
Bonny View Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5080 Bidwell Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0030
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0030
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #88.
Stellar Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5885 East Bonnyview Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7730
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7730
Gr: K-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #99.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1926 Sycamore Dr.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0055
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0055
Gr: K-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #1010.
Shasta Collegiate Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2200 Eureka Way
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2760
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2760
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #1111.
Sequoia Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1805 Sequoia St.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0020
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0020
Gr: 4-8 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #1212.
Juniper
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
375 Ellis St.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0045
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0045
Gr: K-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1313.
Cypress Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2150 Civic Center Dr.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0040
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0040
Gr: K-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1414.
Pioneer Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2650 Eighth St.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 243-1880
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 243-1880
Gr: 9-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Shasta-trinity Rop
Vocational School
4659 Eastside Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 246-3302
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 246-3302
Gr: 10-12
96001, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternativeopportunity High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2680 Radio Ln.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0361
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0361
Gr: 8-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Enterprise Plus Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3411 Churn Creek Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2714
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2714
Gr: 10-11 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Foothill Plus Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
9733 Deschutes Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2715
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2715
Gr: 10-11 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Freedom High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2650 Eighth St.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 243-1880
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 243-1880
Gr: 9-12
Magnolia Independent Learning Center (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
1524 Magnolia Ave.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0163
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0163
Gr: 7-12
Phoenix Program High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
3711 Oasis Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7833
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7833
Gr: 7-12
Shasta County Opportunity (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1644 Magnolia Ave
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0361
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-0361
Gr: K-12
Shasta Learning Center Opportunity (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2650 Eighth St.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 246-4050
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 246-4050
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Shasta Plus Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2500 Eureka Way
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2716
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-2716
Gr: 10-11 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
2985 Innsbruck Dr., Ste. B
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7838
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7838
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Minority enrollment: 13%
5885 East Bonnyview Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7730
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7730
Gr: K-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Stellar Secondary Charter High School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
5885 E. Bonnyview Rd.
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7730
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 245-7730
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96001, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 96001, CA include Grant Elementary School, University Preparatory and Shasta High School.
How many public schools are located in 96001?
15 public schools are located in 96001.
What percentage of students in 96001 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 96001 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96001?
96001 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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