For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 861 students in Palo Cedro, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Palo Cedro, CA are Junction Elementary School, North Cow Creek Elementary School and Chrysalis Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palo Cedro, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Palo Cedro have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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 Palo Cedro, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junction Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9087 Deschutes Rd.
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-3274
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-3274
Gr: K-8 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
North Cow Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10619 Swede Creek Rd.
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 549-4488
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 549-4488
Gr: K-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Chrysalis Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21945 Old Forty-four Dr.
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-9726
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-9726
Gr: K-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Palo Cedro, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9019 Deschutes Rd
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5494
Palo Cedro, CA 96073
(530) 547-5494
Gr: 6-8 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Palo Cedro, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Palo Cedro, CA include Junction Elementary School, North Cow Creek Elementary School and Chrysalis Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in Palo Cedro?
3 public elementary schools are located in Palo Cedro.
What is the racial composition of students in Palo Cedro?
Palo Cedro public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Palo Cedro are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Palo Cedro include: North Cow Creek Elementary School vs. Junction Elementary School, Junction Elementary School vs. North Cow Creek Elementary School
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