For the 2024-25 school year, there are 146 public elementary schools serving 88,196 students in Sacramento, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Sacramento, CA are Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary School, Arnold Adreani Elementary School and Crocker/riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sacramento, 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 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sacramento have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public elementary school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sacramento, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1410 60th St.
Sacramento, CA 95819
(916) 277-6690
Sacramento, CA 95819
(916) 277-6690
Grades: K-6
| 655 students
Rank: #22.
Arnold Adreani Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9927 Wildhawk W. Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 525-0630
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 525-0630
Grades: K-6
| 875 students
Rank: #33.
Crocker/riverside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2970 Riverside Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 395-4535
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 395-4535
Grades: K-6
| 621 students
Rank: #44.
Caleb Greenwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5457 Carlson Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95819
(916) 277-6266
Sacramento, CA 95819
(916) 277-6266
Grades: K-6
| 480 students
Rank: #55.
Genevieve Didion
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6490 Harmon Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5039
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5039
Grades: K-8
| 586 students
Rank: #66.
William Land Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2120 12th St.
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 264-4166
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 264-4166
Grades: K-6
| 351 students
Rank: #77.
Sutterville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4967 Monterey Way
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 277-6693
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 277-6693
Grades: K-6
| 389 students
Rank: #88.
Mariemont Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1401 Corta Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2360
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2360
Grades: K-5
| 559 students
Rank: #99.
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Del Paso Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Grades: 6-8
| 513 students
Rank: #1010.
Leonardo Da Vinci
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4701 Joaquin Way
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 395-4635
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 395-4635
Grades: K-8
| 797 students
Rank: #1111.
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Del Paso Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5741
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5741
Grades: K-5
| 440 students
Rank: #1212.
Theodore Judah Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3919 Mckinley Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95819
(916) 395-4790
Sacramento, CA 95819
(916) 395-4790
Grades: K-6
| 432 students
Rank: #1313.
Matsuyama Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7680 Windbridge Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4650
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4650
Grades: K-6
| 460 students
Rank: #1414.
Camellia Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6600 Cougar Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95828
(916) 395-4520
Sacramento, CA 95828
(916) 395-4520
Grades: K-6
| 395 students
Rank: #1515.
Westlake Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2680 Mabry Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 567-5760
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 567-5760
Grades: K-12
| 1,247 students
Rank: #1616.
Natomas Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4600 Blackrock Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 928-5353
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 928-5353
Grades: K-12
| 1,869 students
Rank: #1717.
California Montessori Project - Capitol Campus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2635 Chestnut Hill Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 325-0910
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 325-0910
Grades: K-8
| 352 students
Rank: #1818.
Heron
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5151 Banfield Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 567-5680
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 567-5680
Grades: K-8
| 1,013 students
Rank: #1919.
Valley View Charter Prep
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
31400 S Koster Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95815
(866) 992-9033
Sacramento, CA 95815
(866) 992-9033
Grades: K-12
| 613 students
Rank: #2020.
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3350 Becerra Way
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2312
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2312
Grades: K-6
| 387 students
Rank: #2121.
David Lubin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3535 M St.
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 277-6271
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 277-6271
Grades: K-6
| 449 students
Rank: #2222.
Capitol Collegiate Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2118 Meadowview Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95832
(916) 476-5796
Sacramento, CA 95832
(916) 476-5796
Grades: K-8
| 417 students
Rank: #2323.
Maeola E. Beitzel Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8140 Caymus Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 688-8484
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 688-8484
Grades: K-6
| 889 students
Rank: #2424.
Regency Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5901 Bridgecross Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 566-1660
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 566-1660
Grades: K-6
| 723 students
Rank: #2525.
Robert J. Fite Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9561 Butler Sch Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 689-2854
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 689-2854
Grades: K-6
| 620 students
Rank: #2626.
Two Rivers Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3201 W. River Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5520
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5520
Grades: K-5
| 636 students
Rank: #2727.
Sutter Peak Charter Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3934 Brd.way Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95815
(866) 992-9033
Sacramento, CA 95815
(866) 992-9033
Grades: K-12
| 613 students
Rank: #2828.
Foothill Oaks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5520 Lancelot Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95842
(916) 566-1830
Sacramento, CA 95842
(916) 566-1830
Grades: K-6
| 502 students
Rank: #2929.
Arden Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1640 Watt Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 971-7306
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 971-7306
Grades: 6-8
| 922 students
Rank: #3030.
Pony Express Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1250 56th Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4690
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4690
Grades: K-6
| 359 students
Rank: #3131.
Gateway International
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 Morse Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 286-1985
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 286-1985
Grades: K-8
| 577 students
Rank: #3232.
Sol Aureus College Preparatory
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6620 Gloria Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 421-0600
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 421-0600
Grades: K-8
| 355 students
Rank: #33 - 3433. - 34.
Garden Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3601 Larchwood Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 566-3460
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 566-3460
Grades: K-6
| 331 students
Rank: #33 - 3433. - 34.
Sierra Oaks K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
171 Mills Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2390
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2390
Grades: K-8
| 615 students
Rank: #3535.
Hardy Brown College Prep
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
655 W. 2nd St.
Sacramento, CA 95833
(909) 884-1410
Sacramento, CA 95833
(909) 884-1410
Grades: K-8
| 317 students
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Sacramento, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6251 13th St.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5420
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5420
Grades: K-6
| 251 students
Po Box 246870
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 277-6254
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 277-6254
Grades: K-6
| 345 students
Po Box 246870
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5423
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5423
Grades: K-6
| 207 students
Capital Community Day (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
5900 Bamford Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95823
(916) 392-9746
Sacramento, CA 95823
(916) 392-9746
Grades: 7-12
| 40 students
Capital Community Day (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
8401-a Gerber Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95828
(916) 689-3707
Sacramento, CA 95828
(916) 689-3707
Grades: 7-12
| 51 students
4425 Laurelwood Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 979-8378
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 979-8378
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
5100 El Paraiso Ave
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 433-5440
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 433-5440
Grades: K-6
| 445 students
5921 26th St
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 433-5435
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 433-5435
Grades: K-6
| 237 students
2641 Kent Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2317
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 575-2317
Grades: K-6
| 372 students
Crossroads #2 Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
8140 Caymus Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 688-8484
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 688-8484
Grades: 3-6
| 10 students
700 Dos Rios St.
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 449-8622
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 449-8622
Grades: K-3
| 111 students
Po Box 246870
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-5800
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-5800
Grades: 7-8
| 889 students
Elk Grove Community Day (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
9661 Elk Grove-florin Road, #e
Sacramento, CA 95823
(916) 686-2771
Sacramento, CA 95823
(916) 686-2771
Grades: 7-12
| 32 students
Esperanza Jr.sr. High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
4000 Branch Center Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95827
(916) 228-2535
Sacramento, CA 95827
(916) 228-2535
Grades: 6-12
| 92 students
Fred K. Robinson Community Day (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
670 Dixieanne Ave
Sacramento, CA 95815
(916) 263-8303
Sacramento, CA 95815
(916) 263-8303
Grades: 1-6
| n/a students
2118 Meadowview Rd
Sacramento, CA 95832
(916) 433-5032
Sacramento, CA 95832
(916) 433-5032
Grades: K-6
| 329 students
4625 44th St
Sacramento, CA 95820
(916) 277-6283
Sacramento, CA 95820
(916) 277-6283
Grades: K-6
| 310 students
Genesis High School (Closed 2010)
Charter School
5601 47th Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 433-5300
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 433-5300
Grades: 9-12
| 218 students
3200 North Park Dr
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 567-5401
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 567-5401
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
577 Las Palmas Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95815
(916) 566-3480
Sacramento, CA 95815
(916) 566-3480
Grades: 3-6
| n/a students
Highlands Community Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1333 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 844-2283
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 844-2283
Grades: 1-12
| 4,210 students
Insights High (Continuation School) (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
7956 Cottonwood Ln.
Sacramento, CA 95828
(916) 689-7426
Sacramento, CA 95828
(916) 689-7426
Grades: 9-12
| 50 students
2950 Hurley Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 971-7312
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 971-7312
Grades: 6-8
| 457 students
P.o. Box 231158
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 613-1981
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 613-1981
Grades: K-8
| 28 students
2950 West River Dr
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5560
Sacramento, CA 95833
(916) 567-5560
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
3301 37th Ave
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 433-5067
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 433-5067
Grades: K-6
| 231 students
2221 Matson Dr
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 433-5072
Sacramento, CA 95822
(916) 433-5072
Grades: K-6
| 418 students
Marshall (Thurgood) (alt) High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
P.o. Box 2271
Sacramento, CA 95812
(916) 433-5300
Sacramento, CA 95812
(916) 433-5300
Grades: 7-12
| 248 students
4425 Laurelwood Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2366
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 575-2366
Grades: K-6
| 393 students
155 Morey Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3485
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3485
Grades: K
| n/a students
Morgan Junior/Senior High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
3990 Branch Center Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2317
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2317
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
3001 Ramona Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 733-2300
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 733-2300
Grades: 7-12
| 183 students
National University Academy Robla (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1101 National Dr., Ste. C
Sacramento, CA 95834
(760) 630-4080
Sacramento, CA 95834
(760) 630-4080
Grades: K-12
| 1 students
Natomas Community Day (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
3200 North Park Dr
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 567-5414
Sacramento, CA 95835
(916) 567-5414
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
3301 Fong Ranch Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5430
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5430
Grades: 8
| 154 students
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Sacramento, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Sacramento, CA include Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary School, Arnold Adreani Elementary School and Crocker/riverside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sacramento?
146 public elementary schools are located in Sacramento.
What is the racial composition of students in Sacramento?
Sacramento public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public elementary schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Sacramento are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Sacramento include: Arcade Fundamental Middle School vs. Arden Middle School, Hubert H. Bancroft Elementary School vs. California Montessori Project - Capitol Campus, Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired vs. Matsuyama Elementary School
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