For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,363 students in 95821, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95821, CA are James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School, Del Paso Manor Elementary School and Arcade Fundamental Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95821 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95821, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95821, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3350 Becerra Way
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 979-8240
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 979-8240
Grades: K-6
| 406 students
Rank: #22.
Del Paso Manor Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2700 Maryal Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2330
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2330
Grades: K-6
| 702 students
Rank: #33.
Arcade Fundamental Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3500 Edison Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7300
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7300
Grades: 6-8
| 391 students
Rank: #44.
Pasadena Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4330 Pasadena Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7373
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7373
Grades: K-5
| 334 students
Rank: #55.
Marconi Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2444 Marconi Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 974-7307
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 974-7307
Grades: K-12
| 411 students
Rank: #66.
Whitney Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4248 Whitney Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2407
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2407
Grades: K-5
| 401 students
Rank: #77.
Dyer-kelly Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3101 Bell St.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7150
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7150
Grades: K-5
| 718 students
95821, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2641 Kent Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2317
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2317
Grades: K-6
| 372 students
4010 El Camino Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 484-1480
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 484-1480
Grades: 6-12
| 76 students
3555 Auburn Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 482-7757
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 482-7757
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 95821, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95821, CA include James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School, Del Paso Manor Elementary School and Arcade Fundamental Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95821?
7 public elementary schools are located in 95821.
What is the racial composition of students in 95821?
95821 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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