Best 95816 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,635 students in 95816, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 856 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 95816, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95816, CA are Miwok Middle School and David Lubin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95816 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95816, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95816, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Miwok Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3150 I St.
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 395-5370
Gr: 7-8 | 1,181 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
David Lubin Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3535 M St.
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 395-4540
Gr: K-6 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 95816, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95816, CA include Miwok Middle School and David Lubin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95816?
2 public schools are located in 95816.
What percentage of students in 95816 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 95816 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95816?
95816 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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