For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,226 students in 95834, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 120 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 95834, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95834, CA are Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School and Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95834 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95834, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95834, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Del Paso Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Gr: 9-12 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Del Paso Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Del Paso Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5741
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5741
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Natomas Charter
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2920 Advantage Way
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 419-3788
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 419-3788
Gr: K-12 | 1,850 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Garden Valley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3601 Larchwood Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 566-3460
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 566-3460
Gr: K-6 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Witter Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3790 Poppy Hill Way
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5620
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5620
Gr: K-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Natomas High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3301 Fong Ranch Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 641-4960
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 641-4960
Gr: 9-12 | 1,157 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Discovery High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Fong Ranch Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 928-5200
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 928-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Sava - Sacramento Academic And Vocational Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1214 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 286-1920
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 286-1920
Gr: 7-12 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
1800 Club Center Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5730
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5730
Gr: K-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95834, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95834, CA include Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School and Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95834?
10 public schools are located in 95834.
What percentage of students in 95834 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 95834 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95834?
95834 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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