For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,737 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 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 18% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95821, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95821, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3350 Becerra Way
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 979-8240
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 979-8240
Gr: K-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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
Gr: K-6 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Arcade Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3500 Edison Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7300
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
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
Gr: K-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Aspire Alexander Twilight College Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2360 El Camino Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 979-1788
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 979-1788
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Whitney Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4248 Whitney Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2407
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2407
Gr: K-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
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
Gr: K-12 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
Rank: #88.
Dyer-kelly Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3101 Bell St.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7150
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-7150
Gr: K-5 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #99.
Katherine Johnson Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2641 Kent Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-5500
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 971-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
95821, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2641 Kent Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2317
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2317
Gr: K-6 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
4010 El Camino Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 484-1480
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 484-1480
Gr: 6-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 76:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
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 Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95821?
9 public elementary schools are located in 95821.
What is the racial composition of students in 95821?
95821 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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