For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 949 students in 95658, CA.
The top ranked public schools in 95658, CA are Ophir Steam Academy, Newcastle Elementary School and Newcastle Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95658 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95658, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95658, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ophir Steam Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1373 Lozanos Rd.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(530) 885-3495
Newcastle, CA 95658
(530) 885-3495
Grades: K-8
| 208 students
Rank: #22.
Newcastle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8951 Valley View Dr.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Grades: K-8
| 151 students
Rank: #33.
Newcastle Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8951 Valley View Dr.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Grades: K-8
| 285 students
Rank: #44.
Harvest Ridge Cooperative Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9050 Old State Hwy.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Grades: K-8
| 305 students
95658, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
9050 Old State Hwy.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Grades: K-12
| 498 students
Newcastle Virtual Learning Academy (Closed 2017)
Charter School
450 Main St.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-2832
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-2832
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95658, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95658, CA include Ophir Steam Academy, Newcastle Elementary School and Newcastle Charter.
How many public schools are located in 95658?
4 public schools are located in 95658.
What is the racial composition of students in 95658?
95658 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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