For the 2024-25 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 3,448 students in 95503, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 21 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 95503, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 95503, CA are Freshwater Charter Middle School, Garfield Elementary School and Cutten Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95503 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95503, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95503, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Freshwater Charter Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
75 Greenwood Heights Dr.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-2969
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-2969
Grades: 7-8
| 43 students
Rank: #22.
Garfield Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Freshwater Rd.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-5471
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-5471
Grades: K-6
| 69 students
Rank: #33.
Cutten Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4182 Walnut Dr.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-3900
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-3900
Grades: 3-6
| 322 students
Rank: #44.
Freshwater Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
75 Greenwood Heights Dr.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-2969
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 442-2969
Grades: K-6
| 264 students
Rank: #55.
South Bay Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6077 Loma Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4828
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4828
Grades: K-8
| 73 students
Rank: #66.
Northern United - Humboldt Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2020 Campton Rd.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 445-2660
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 445-2660
Grades: K-12
| 309 students
Rank: #77.
Northern United - Siskiyou Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
423 S. Brd.way
Eureka, CA 95503
(530) 842-4509
Eureka, CA 95503
(530) 842-4509
Grades: K-12
| 123 students
Rank: #88.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3322 Dolbeer St.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2547
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2547
Grades: K-5
| 499 students
Rank: #99.
Grant Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3901 G St.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2552
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2552
Grades: K-5
| 247 students
Rank: #1010.
Pine Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5230 Vance Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4596
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4596
Grades: K-3
| 221 students
Rank: #1111.
South Bay Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6077 Loma Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4828
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 443-4828
Grades: 4-6
| 127 students
Rank: #1212.
Winship Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Cypress Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2487
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2487
Grades: 6-8
| 400 students
Rank: #1313.
Alice Birney Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
717 S. Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2495
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2495
Grades: K-5
| 392 students
Rank: #1414.
Glen Paul
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Cypress Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 445-7068
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 445-7068
Grades: K-12
| 119 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ridgewood Elementary School
Magnet School
2060 Ridgewood Dr.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-3930
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-3930
Grades: K-2
| 240 students
95503, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Eureka Secondary Community Day (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
674 Allard Ave.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2467
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2467
Grades: 7-12
| 10 students
216 West Harris St.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2446
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 441-2446
Grades: K-6
| 200 students
Mattole Valley Charter (#159) (Closed 2023)
Charter School
210 Lindley Rd.
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 629-3634
Eureka, CA 95503
(707) 629-3634
Grades: K-12
| 727 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95503, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95503, CA include Freshwater Charter Middle School, Garfield Elementary School and Cutten Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95503?
15 public schools are located in 95503.
What percentage of students in 95503 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 95503 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95503?
95503 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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