For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 245 students in 96041, CA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 96041, CA is Hayfork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 96041 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 96041, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96041, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayfork Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6930 State Highway 3
Hayfork, CA 96041
(530) 628-5294
Hayfork, CA 96041
(530) 628-5294
Gr: K-8 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 96041, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96041, CA include Hayfork Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 96041?
1 public middle schools are located in 96041.
What is the racial composition of students in 96041?
96041 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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