For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,301 students in Rio Linda, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rio Linda, CA are Westside Elementary School, Dry Creek Elementary School and Orchard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Linda, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rio Linda have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Rio Linda, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6537 W. Second St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Grades: K-6
| 363 students
Rank: #22.
Dry Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1230 G St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1820
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1820
Grades: K-6
| 594 students
Rank: #33.
Orchard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1040 Q St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1930
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1930
Grades: K-6
| 344 students
Rio Linda, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Heritage Peak Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
6450 20th St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Grades: K-12
| 1,010 students
631 L St
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1920
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1920
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Sutter Peak Charter Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
3934 Brd.way Rd.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Grades: K-12
| 438 students
Valley View Charter Prep (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2453 Grand Canal Blvd. Ste. A
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 866-9033
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 866-9033
Grades: K-12
| 488 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Rio Linda, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Rio Linda, CA include Westside Elementary School, Dry Creek Elementary School and Orchard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rio Linda?
3 public elementary schools are located in Rio Linda.
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Linda?
Rio Linda public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Rio Linda are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rio Linda include: Dry Creek Elementary School vs. Westside Elementary School, Orchard Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School, Westside Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School
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