For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 429 students in 96134, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 96134, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96134, CA are Tulelake Basin Elementary School and Tulelake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96134 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96134, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96134, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tulelake Basin Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
461 Second St.
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 667-2294
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 667-2294
Gr: K-6 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Tulelake High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
850 Main St.
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 667-2292
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 667-2292
Gr: 7-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Tulelake Continuation High School
Alternative School
800 Main St.
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 667-2280
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 667-2280
Gr: 7-12
96134, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
407 County Rd 160
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 664-2131
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 664-2131
Gr: K-2 | 124 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Tulelake Community Day (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
800 Main St
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 667-2280
Tulelake, CA 96134
(530) 667-2280
Gr: 7-9 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96134, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 96134, CA include Tulelake Basin Elementary School and Tulelake High School.
How many public schools are located in 96134?
3 public schools are located in 96134.
What percentage of students in 96134 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 96134 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96134?
96134 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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