For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 269 students in 96028, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 96028, CA is Fall River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96028 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96028, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96028, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fall River Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24977 Curve St.
Fall River Mills, CA 96028
(530) 336-5551
Fall River Mills, CA 96028
(530) 336-5551
Gr: K-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Fall River Elementary Community Day
Alternative School
24977 Curve St.
Fall River Mills, CA 96028
(530) 336-5551
Fall River Mills, CA 96028
(530) 336-5551
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 96028, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96028, CA include Fall River Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96028?
2 public elementary schools are located in 96028.
What is the racial composition of students in 96028?
96028 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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