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Best 96002 California Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,086 students in 96002, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96002, CA are Phoenix Charter Academy, Mistletoe Elementary School and Parsons Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 96002 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 96002, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 96002, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phoenix Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2195 Larkspur Ln., Ste. 100
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-9275
Gr: K-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Mistletoe Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1225 Mistletoe Ln.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4160
Gr: K-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Parsons Junior High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
750 Hartnell Ave.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4190
Gr: 6-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Redding Collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3200 Adams Ln.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4240
Gr: K-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Pacheco Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7430 Pacheco School Rd.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4585
Gr: 4-8 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Pace Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3200 Adams Ln.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4236
Gr: K-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 96002 California

96002, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy Of Personalized Learning (Closed 2018)
2195 Larkspur Ln. Ste. 100
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-9280
Gr: K-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Chrysalis Charter (Closed 2008)
Charter School
C/o Enterprise School District
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4129
Gr: K-8 | 94 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Pace Academy (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
3200 Adams Ln.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4236
Gr: K-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Shasta Virtual Academy (Closed 2012)
1155 Mistletoe Ln
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4100

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 96002, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96002, CA include Phoenix Charter Academy, Mistletoe Elementary School and Parsons Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 96002?
6 public middle schools are located in 96002.
What is the racial composition of students in 96002?
96002 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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