For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,390 students in 95961, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 140 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 95961, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 95961, CA are Cobblestone Elementary School, Rio Del Oro Elementary School and Riverside Meadows Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95961 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95961, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95961, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cobblestone Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1718 Churchill Way
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 634-9723
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 634-9723
Grades: K-5
| 546 students
Rank: #22.
Rio Del Oro Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1220 Zanes Dr.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 749-0690
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 749-0690
Grades: K-5
| 501 students
Rank: #33.
Riverside Meadows Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1751 Cimarron Dr.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 743-1271
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 743-1271
Grades: 6-8
| 449 students
Rank: #44.
Arboga Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1686 Brd.way
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6101
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6101
Grades: K-7
| 617 students
Rank: #55.
Johnson Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4364 Lever Ave.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 743-6133
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 743-6133
Grades: K-6
| 425 students
Rank: #66.
Ella Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4850 Olivehurst Ave.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6124
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6124
Grades: K-6
| 567 students
Rank: #77.
Lindhurst High School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4446 Olive Dr.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6150
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6150
Grades: 9-12
| 1,237 students
Rank: #88.
Olivehurst Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1778 Mcgowan Pkwy.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6191
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6191
Grades: K-6
| 468 students
Rank: #99.
Yuba Gardens Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1964 11th Ave.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6194
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6194
Grades: 7-8
| 767 students
Rank: #1010.
South Lindhurst Continuation High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4446 Olive Dr.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 749-6919
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 749-6919
Grades: 10-12
| 282 students
Rank: #1111.
Cedar Lane Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
841 Cedar Ln.
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6112
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 741-6112
Grades: K-6
| 531 students
95961, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Plumas Lake Charter (Closed 2011)
Charter School
2743 Plumas School Rd
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 743-4428
Olivehurst, CA 95961
(530) 743-4428
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95961, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95961, CA include Cobblestone Elementary School, Rio Del Oro Elementary School and Riverside Meadows Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 95961?
11 public schools are located in 95961.
What percentage of students in 95961 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 95961 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95961?
95961 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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