For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,100 students in Tuolumne, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 184 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Tuolumne, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Tuolumne, CA are Connections Visual And Performing Arts Academy, Summerville High School and Summerville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tuolumne, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Tuolumne have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Tuolumne, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Connections Visual And Performing Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17555 Tuolumne Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Gr: 7-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Summerville High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17555 Tuolumne Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Gr: 9-12 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Summerville Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18451 Carter St.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4291
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4291
Gr: K-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
25910 Long Barn Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-3011
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-3011
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Rank: n/an/a
Long Barn High School
Alternative School
25910 Long Barn Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-3011
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-3011
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
2 Pinecrest School Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 965-4046
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 965-4046
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
25611 Lyons Dam Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-5672
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-5672
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Tuolumne, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Tuolumne, CA include Connections Visual And Performing Arts Academy, Summerville High School and Summerville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Tuolumne?
7 public schools are located in Tuolumne.
What percentage of students in Tuolumne go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Tuolumne are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Tuolumne?
Tuolumne public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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