For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 254 students in Mendocino, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Mendocino, CA is Mendocino K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mendocino, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mendocino have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mendocino, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mendocino K-8
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
44261 Little Lake Rd.
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-0515
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-0515
Gr: K-8 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Mendocino Alternative
Alternative School
45220 Covelo St.
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-0138
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-0138
Gr: K-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Mendocino, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
44301 Little Lake Rd.
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-0564
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-0564
Gr: 6-8 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Mendocino, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mendocino, CA include Mendocino K-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mendocino?
2 public elementary schools are located in Mendocino.
What is the racial composition of students in Mendocino?
Mendocino public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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