For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 176 students in Trinidad, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Trinidad, CA are Big Lagoon Elementary School and Trinidad Union. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Trinidad, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Trinidad have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Trinidad, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Lagoon Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
269 Big Lagoon Park Rd.
Trinidad, CA 95570
(707) 677-3688
Trinidad, CA 95570
(707) 677-3688
Gr: K-8 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Trinidad Union
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Trinity St.
Trinidad, CA 95570
(707) 677-3631
Trinidad, CA 95570
(707) 677-3631
Gr: K-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Trinidad, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Trinidad, CA include Big Lagoon Elementary School and Trinidad Union.
How many public schools are located in Trinidad?
2 public schools are located in Trinidad.
What is the racial composition of students in Trinidad?
Trinidad public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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