For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,653 students in Rio Linda, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Rio Linda, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Rio Linda, CA are Westside Preparatory Charter, Rio Linda High School and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Linda, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Rio Linda have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rio Linda, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westside Preparatory Charter
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6537 West Second St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Grades: 7-8
| 446 students
Rank: #22.
Rio Linda High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6309 Dry Creek Rd.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-2725
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-2725
Grades: 9-12
| 1,596 students
Rank: #33.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6537 West Second St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Grades: K-6
| 376 students
Rank: #44.
Dry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1230 G St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1820
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1820
Grades: K-6
| 625 students
Rank: #55.
Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1040 Q St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1930
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1930
Grades: K-6
| 320 students
Rank: #66.
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 G St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-2720
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-2720
Grades: 7-8
| 290 students
Rio Linda, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Heritage Peak Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
6450 20th St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Grades: K-12
| 1,010 students
631 L St
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1920
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1920
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Sutter Peak Charter Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
3934 Brd.way Rd.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Grades: K-12
| 438 students
Valley View Charter Prep (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2453 Grand Canal Blvd. Ste. A
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 866-9033
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 866-9033
Grades: K-12
| 488 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rio Linda, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Rio Linda, CA include Westside Preparatory Charter, Rio Linda High School and Westside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rio Linda?
6 public schools are located in Rio Linda.
What percentage of students in Rio Linda go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Rio Linda are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Linda?
Rio Linda public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Rio Linda are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Rio Linda include: Orchard Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School, Dry Creek Elementary School vs. Westside Elementary School, Westside Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School
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