For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,321 students in Rio Linda, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rio Linda, CA are Dry Creek Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and Orchard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Linda, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rio Linda have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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 Rio Linda, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1230 G St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1820
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1820
Gr: K-6 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6537 West Second St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Gr: K-6 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1040 Q St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1930
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1930
Gr: K-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rio Linda, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Heritage Peak Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
6450 20th St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Gr: K-12 | 1,010 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Sutter Peak Charter Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
3934 Brd.way Rd.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033
Gr: K-12 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Valley View Charter Prep (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2453 Grand Canal Blvd. Ste. A
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 866-9033
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 866-9033
Gr: K-12 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Rio Linda, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rio Linda, CA include Dry Creek Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and Orchard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rio Linda?
3 public elementary schools are located in Rio Linda.
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Linda?
Rio Linda public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% 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 Rio Linda are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rio Linda include: Orchard Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School, Dry Creek Elementary School vs. Orchard Elementary School, Westside Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School
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