For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,114 students in 95621, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95621, CA are Lichen K-8 and Sylvan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 95621 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 95621, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95621, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lichen K-8
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8319 Lichen Dr.
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 971-5237
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 971-5237
Gr: K-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Sylvan Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7085 Auburn Blvd.
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 971-7873
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 971-7873
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
95621, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5959 Greenback Ln. #500 C/o Ca
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 992-9036
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 992-9036
Gr: K-6 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 95621, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 95621, CA include Lichen K-8 and Sylvan Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 95621?
2 public middle schools are located in 95621.
What is the racial composition of students in 95621?
95621 public middle schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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