For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 997 students in Esparto, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Esparto, CA are Madison Community High School, Esparto High School and Esparto Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Esparto, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Esparto have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Esparto, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17923 Stephens St.
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-3165
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-3165
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Esparto High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
17121 Yolo Ave.
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-3405
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-3405
Gr: 9-12 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Esparto Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17120 Omega St.
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-3417
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-3417
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #44.
Esparto Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26058 Country Road 21a
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-4151
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-4151
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Esparto, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Powers-ginsburg Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
26675 Plainfield St
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-3165
Esparto, CA 95627
(530) 787-3165
Gr: 4-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Esparto, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Esparto, CA include Madison Community High School, Esparto High School and Esparto Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Esparto?
4 public schools are located in Esparto.
What is the racial composition of students in Esparto?
Esparto public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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