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Best Susanville Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 1,547 students in Susanville, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Susanville, CA are Richmond Elementary School, Juniper Ridge Elementary School and Lassen County Special Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Susanville, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Susanville have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Susanville, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
700-585 Richmond Rd. East
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2338
Gr: K-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Juniper Ridge Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
709-855 Termo-grasshopper Rd.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Gr: K-8 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Lassen County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
472-013 Johnstonville Rd. Nort
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Gr: K-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Johnstonville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
704-795 Bangham Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2471
Gr: K-8 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Meadow View
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 Paiute Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-3000
Gr: 3-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Diamond View Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
850 Richmond Rd.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5144
Gr: 6-8 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Thompson Peak Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
995 Paiute Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7300
Gr: K-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
Mckinley Elementary School
2005 Fourth St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5161
Gr: K-2 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Susanville, California

Susanville, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Diamond Mountain Charter High School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
1000 Main St
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-4653
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Juniper Ridge Virtual Academy Charter (Closed 2017)
Charter School
709-855 Termo Grasshopper Rd.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Gr: K-12
Lassen County Opportunity High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
472-103 Johnstonville Rd. N.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Gr: 7-12
Paiute Creek Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
109 South Gilman St
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Gr: K-6
Providence Junior/Senior High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1415b Chestnut St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2197
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rocky Ridge High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
477-060 Sheriff Cady Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7214
Spring Ridge Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
55 South Weatherlow St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5134
Gr: 9-10 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Susan River Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
109 South Gilman St
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Gr: 7-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Susanville, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Susanville, CA include Richmond Elementary School, Juniper Ridge Elementary School and Lassen County Special Education.
How many public elementary schools are located in Susanville?
8 public elementary schools are located in Susanville.
What is the racial composition of students in Susanville?
Susanville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Susanville are often viewed compared to one another?

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