For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,771 students in 95825, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 544 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 95825, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95825, CA are Greer Elementary School, Cottage Elementary School and Howe Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95825 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95825, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95825, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greer Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Bell St.
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 971-7157
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 971-7157
Gr: K-5 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Cottage Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2221 Morse Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 575-2306
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 575-2306
Gr: K-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Howe Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2404 Howe Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 971-5165
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 971-5165
Gr: K-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Encina High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Bell St.
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 971-7538
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 971-7538
Gr: 9-12 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
95825, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sacramento County Community High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
2040 Ethan Way
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 228-3935
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 228-3935
Gr: 7-12
Sierra Nueva High (Continuation School) (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1400 Bell St
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 971-7015
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 971-7015
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95825, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95825, CA include Greer Elementary School, Cottage Elementary School and Howe Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95825?
4 public schools are located in 95825.
What percentage of students in 95825 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 95825 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95825?
95825 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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