For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 71 students in 96009, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 96009, CA is Big Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 96009 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96009, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96009, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Valley Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
90 First St.
Bieber, CA 96009
(530) 294-5214
Bieber, CA 96009
(530) 294-5214
Gr: K-7 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 96009, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96009, CA include Big Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96009?
1 public elementary schools are located in 96009.
What is the racial composition of students in 96009?
96009 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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