For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 409 students in Wilton, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 70 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Wilton, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in Wilton, CA is C. W. Dillard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wilton, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Wilton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wilton, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
C. W. Dillard Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9721 Dillard Rd.
Wilton, CA 95693
(916) 687-6121
Wilton, CA 95693
(916) 687-6121
Grades: K-6
| 409 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wilton, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Wilton, CA include C. W. Dillard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wilton?
1 public schools are located in Wilton.
What percentage of students in Wilton go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Wilton are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Wilton?
Wilton public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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