For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 439 students in Jamestown, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 154 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in Jamestown, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Jamestown, CA are Chinese Camp Elementary School and Jamestown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jamestown, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Jamestown have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Jamestown, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chinese Camp Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13444 Red Hills Rd.
Jamestown, CA 95327
(209) 984-4058
Jamestown, CA 95327
(209) 984-4058
Gr: 3-6 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Jamestown Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18299 Fifth Ave.
Jamestown, CA 95327
(209) 984-4058
Jamestown, CA 95327
(209) 984-4058
Gr: K-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Jamestown, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Jamestown, CA include Chinese Camp Elementary School and Jamestown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jamestown?
2 public schools are located in Jamestown.
What percentage of students in Jamestown go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in Jamestown are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jamestown?
Jamestown public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Jamestown are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Jamestown include: Chinese Camp Elementary School vs. Jamestown Elementary School, Jamestown Elementary School vs. Chinese Camp Elementary School
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