Top 10 Best Susanville Public Schools (2023)
For the 2023 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 2,453 students in Susanville, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Susanville, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Susanville, CA are Richmond Elementary School, Credence High School and Juniper Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Susanville, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Susanville have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best Susanville, CA Public Schools (2023)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richmond Elementary School
Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700-585 Richmond Rd. E.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2338
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2338
Grades: K-8
| 211 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Credence High School
Alternative School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
813 Cottage St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5134
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5134
Grades: 11
| 18 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Juniper Ridge Elementary School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
709-855 Termo-grasshopper Rd.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Grades: K-8
| 12 students
Rank: #44.
Johnstonville Elementary School
Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
704-795 Bangham Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2471
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2471
Grades: K-8
| 178 students
Rank: #55.
Meadow View
Math: 29% | Reading: 29%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Paiute Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-3000
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-3000
Grades: 3-5
| 352 students
Rank: #66.
Diamond View Middle School
Math: 24% | Reading: 34%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
850 Richmond Rd.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5144
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5144
Grades: 6-8
| 332 students
Rank: #77.
Lassen High School
Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1110 Main St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2141
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2141
Grades: 9-12
| 790 students
Rank: #88.
Thompson Peak Charter
Charter School
Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
995 Paiute Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7300
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7300
Grades: K-12
| 159 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lassen Community Day
Alternative School
1324 Cornell St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-1197
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-1197
Grades: 9-12
| 14 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lassen County Special Education
Special Education School
472-013 Johnstonville Rd. N.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Grades: K-12
| 10 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lassen Rop Elementary School
Vocational School
472-013 Johnstonville Rd. N.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 252-1673
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 252-1673
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
2005 Fourth St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5161
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5161
Grades: K-2
| 377 students
Rank: n/an/a
2005 Fourth St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-9781
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-9781
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
210 Third St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 256-2197
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 256-2197
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Susanville, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Diamond Mountain Charter High School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
1000 Main St
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-4653
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-4653
Grades: 9-12
| 57 students
Juniper Ridge Virtual Academy Charter (Closed 2017)
Charter School
709-855 Termo Grasshopper Rd.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Lassen County Opportunity High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
472-103 Johnstonville Rd. N.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Paiute Creek Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
109 South Gilman St
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Providence Junior/Senior High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1415b Chestnut St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2197
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2197
Grades: 7-12
| 7 students
Rocky Ridge High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
477-060 Sheriff Cady Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7214
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7214
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Spring Ridge Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
55 South Weatherlow St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5134
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5134
Grades: 9-10
| 2 students
Susan River Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
109 South Gilman St
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Susanville, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Susanville, CA are Richmond Elementary School, Credence High School and Juniper Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Susanville, CA?
14 public schools are located in Susanville, CA.
What percentage of students in Susanville, CA go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Susanville, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Susanville, CA?
Susanville, CA minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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