For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,438 students in Mariposa, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 8 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Mariposa, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Mariposa, CA are Spring Hill High (Continuation School), Mariposa County High School and Woodland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mariposa, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Mariposa have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mariposa, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Hill High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5171 Silva Rd.
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0290
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0290
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Mariposa County High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5074 Old Hwy.
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0260
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0260
Gr: 9-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3394 Woodland Dr.
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0310
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0310
Gr: K-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Mariposa Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5044 Jones St.
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0340
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0340
Gr: K-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Monarch Academy
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5082 Old Highway North
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0231
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0231
Gr: K-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Sierra Home
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5171 Silva Rd.
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0290
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0290
Gr: K-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
County Community
Alternative School
5171 Silva Rd.
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0290
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0290
Gr: K-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Spring Hill Opportunity
Alternative School
5171 Silva Rd.
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0290
Mariposa, CA 95338
(209) 742-0290
Gr: K-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mariposa, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Mariposa, CA include Spring Hill High (Continuation School), Mariposa County High School and Woodland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mariposa?
8 public schools are located in Mariposa.
What percentage of students in Mariposa go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Mariposa are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mariposa?
Mariposa public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Mariposa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mariposa include: Mariposa County High School vs. Spring Hill High (Continuation School)
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