For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 50 students in 95936, CA.
The top ranked public schools in 95936, CA are Downieville Junior-senior High School and Downieville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95936 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95936, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95936, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Downieville Junior-senior High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 School St.
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3473
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3473
Grades: 7-12
| 21 students
Rank: #22.
Downieville Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 School St.
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3473
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3473
Grades: K-6
| 29 students
95936, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Sierra Community Day-west High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
P.o. Drawer E
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3525
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3525
Grades: 7-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95936, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95936, CA include Downieville Junior-senior High School and Downieville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95936?
2 public schools are located in 95936.
What is the racial composition of students in 95936?
95936 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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