For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 2,075 students in 95742, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95742, CA are Sunrise Elementary School and Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95742 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95742, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95742, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11821 Cobble Brook Dr.
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
(916) 985-4350
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
(916) 985-4350
Gr: K-6 | 1,235 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4350 Sophistry Dr.
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
(916) 793-3400
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
(916) 793-3400
Gr: K-6 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95742, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95742, CA include Sunrise Elementary School and Robert J. Mcgarvey Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95742?
2 public elementary schools are located in 95742.
What is the racial composition of students in 95742?
95742 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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