For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 182 students in 95659, CA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 95659, CA is Marcum-illinois Union Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 95659 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95659, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95659, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marcum-illinois Union Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2452 El Centro Blvd.
Nicolaus, CA 95659
(530) 656-2407
Nicolaus, CA 95659
(530) 656-2407
Grades: K-8
| 182 students
95659, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2454 Nicolaus Ave
Nicolaus, CA 95659
(530) 656-2255
Nicolaus, CA 95659
(530) 656-2255
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Three Rivers High (Continuation School) (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
2454 Nicolaus Ave.
Nicolaus, CA 95659
(530) 656-2255
Nicolaus, CA 95659
(530) 656-2255
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 95659, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95659, CA include Marcum-illinois Union Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95659?
1 public elementary schools are located in 95659.
What is the racial composition of students in 95659?
95659 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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