For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,275 students in 95834, CA (there are , serving 277 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 95834, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95834, CA are Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School and Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95834 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95834, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95834, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Del Paso Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Gr: 9-12 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Del Paso Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5740
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Del Paso Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5741
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5741
Gr: K-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Garden Valley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3601 Larchwood Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 566-3460
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 566-3460
Gr: K-6 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Witter Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3790 Poppy Hill Way
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5620
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5620
Gr: K-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Natomas High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3301 Fong Ranch Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 641-4960
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 641-4960
Gr: 9-12 | 1,206 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Discovery High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Fong Ranch Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 928-5200
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 928-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Sava - Sacramento Academic And Vocational Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1214 North Market Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 286-1920
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 286-1920
Gr: 7-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
1800 Club Center Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5730
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5730
Gr: K-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
95834, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1101 National Dr., Ste. C
Sacramento, CA 95834
(760) 630-4080
Sacramento, CA 95834
(760) 630-4080
Gr: K-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
3301 Fong Ranch Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5430
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5430
Gr: 8 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Westlake Charter Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1985 Pebblewood Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5760
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 567-5760
Gr: 6-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95834, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95834, CA include Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School and Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95834?
9 public schools are located in 95834.
What percentage of students in 95834 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 95834 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95834?
95834 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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