For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,012 students in 95386, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 95386, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95386, CA are Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay, Roberts Ferry Charter School Academy and Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95386 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95386, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95386, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
703 C St.
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-1119
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-1119
Gr: K-12 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Roberts Ferry Charter School Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Roberts Ferry Rd.
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-2331
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-2331
Gr: K-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
101 Roberts Ferry Rd.
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-2331
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-2331
Gr: K-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Waterford High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
121 South Reinway
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-9060
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-9060
Gr: 9-12 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Waterford Junior
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12916 Bentley St.
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-2382
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-2382
Gr: 7-8 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Connecting Waters Charter School - Central Valley
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 West Briggsmore Ave.
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-1119
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-1119
Gr: K-12 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Connecting Waters Charter
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12420 Bentley St.
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-1119
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-1119
Gr: K-12 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #88.
Sentinel High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
121 South Reinway Ave.
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-9017
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-9017
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #99.
Richard M. Moon Primary
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
319 North Reinway Ave.
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 847-2371
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 847-2371
Gr: K-3 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1010.
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate
(Math: 21% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
119 North Reinway Ave.
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-1080
Waterford, CA 95386
(209) 874-1080
Gr: 4-6 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95386, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95386, CA include Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay, Roberts Ferry Charter School Academy and Roberts Ferry Union Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95386?
10 public schools are located in 95386.
What percentage of students in 95386 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 95386 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95386?
95386 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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