For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,178 students in 95949, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95949, CA are Alta Sierra Elementary School, Clear Creek Elementary School and Magnolia Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95949 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95949, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95949, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alta Sierra Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16607 Annie Dr.
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-2319
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-2319
Grades: K-5
| 331 students
Rank: #22.
Clear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17700 Mccourtney Rd.
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 273-3664
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 273-3664
Grades: K-8
| 163 students
Rank: #33.
Magnolia Intermediate
(Math: 35% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22431 Kingston Ln.
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2815
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2815
Grades: 6-8
| 362 students
Rank: #44.
Cottage Hill Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
22600 Kingston Ln.
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2808
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2808
Grades: K-5
| 494 students
Rank: #55.
Arete Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
16229 Duggans Rd.
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2805
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2805
Grades: K-8
| 239 students
Rank: #66.
John Muir Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
960 Mccourtney Rd., Ste. E
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-4008
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-4008
Grades: 6-12
| 589 students
95949, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Edge Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12338 Mcct.ney Rd.
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-5464
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-5464
Grades: 7-12
| 3 students
12338 Mccourtney Rd
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-2643
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 272-2643
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Pioneer High (Continuation School) (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
11130 Magnolia Rd
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-3700
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-3700
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
Pleasant Ridge Charter (Closed 2014)
Charter School
16229 Duggans Rd
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2820
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2820
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Pleasant Ridge Community Day (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
22431 Kingston Ln
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2815
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-2815
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
16229 Duggans Rd.
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-9990
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530) 268-9990
Grades: K-8
| 122 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 95949, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95949, CA include Alta Sierra Elementary School, Clear Creek Elementary School and Magnolia Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95949?
6 public elementary schools are located in 95949.
What is the racial composition of students in 95949?
95949 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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