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Best 95437 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,750 students in 95437, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 95437, CA are Noyo High (Continuation School), Shelter Cove and Three Rivers Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95437 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95437, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95437, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Noyo High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
250 South Sanderson Way
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2889
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Shelter Cove
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
250 South Sanderson Way
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2889
Gr: 4-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Three Rivers Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1211 Del Mar Dr. #301
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 964-1128
Gr: 1-8 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Fort Bragg High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
300 Dana St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2880
Gr: 9-12 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Dana Gray Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1197 East Chestnut St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2865
Gr: 3-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Fort Bragg Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
500 Harold St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2870
Gr: 6-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Community Day
Alternative School
250 South Sanderson Way
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2889
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Redwood Elementary School
324 South Lincoln St.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 961-2860
Gr: K-2 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 95437, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95437, CA include Noyo High (Continuation School), Shelter Cove and Three Rivers Charter.
How many public schools are located in 95437?
8 public schools are located in 95437.
What is the racial composition of students in 95437?
95437 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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