For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,083 students in Tuolumne, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 184 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Tuolumne, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Tuolumne, CA are Connections Visual And Performing Arts Academy, Summerville High School and Summerville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tuolumne, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Tuolumne have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Tuolumne, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Connections Visual And Performing Arts Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17555 Tuolumne Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Grades: 7-12
| 194 students
Rank: #22.
Summerville High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17555 Tuolumne Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Grades: 9-12
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Summerville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18451 Carter St.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4291
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4291
Grades: K-8
| 416 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cold Springs High School
Magnet School
25910 Long Barn Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-3011
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-3011
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
Long Barn High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
25910 Long Barn Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-3011
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-3011
Grades: 9-12
| 11 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mountain High School
Magnet School
2 Pinecrest Sch Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 965-4046
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 965-4046
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Rank: n/an/a
South Fork High School
Magnet School
25611 Lyons Dam Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-5672
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 586-5672
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Tuolumne, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Sierra Community Day (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
17555 Tuolumne Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Summerville Elementary Community Day (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
18451 Carter St
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4291
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4291
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
Tuolumne High (Continuation School) (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
17555 Tuolumne Rd.
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Tuolumne, CA 95379
(209) 928-4228
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Tuolumne, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Tuolumne, CA include Connections Visual And Performing Arts Academy, Summerville High School and Summerville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Tuolumne?
7 public schools are located in Tuolumne.
What percentage of students in Tuolumne go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Tuolumne are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Tuolumne?
Tuolumne public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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