For the 2025-26 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 3,404 students in 96002, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96002, CA are Phoenix Charter Academy, Lassen View Elementary School and Mistletoe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 96002 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96002, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96002, CA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phoenix Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2195 Larkspur Ln., Ste. 100
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-9275
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-9275
Gr: K-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Lassen View Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
705 Loma Vista Dr.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4150
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4150
Gr: K-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Mistletoe Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1225 Mistletoe Ln.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4160
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4160
Gr: K-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Parsons Junior High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
750 Hartnell Ave.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4190
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4190
Gr: 6-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Redding Collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Adams Ln.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4240
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4240
Gr: K-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Pacheco Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7430 Pacheco School Rd.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4585
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4585
Gr: 4-8 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Shasta Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2825 Yana Ave.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4180
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4180
Gr: K-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #88.
Alta Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Saturn Skyway
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4130
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4130
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #99.
Rother Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
795 Hartnell Ave.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4170
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4170
Gr: K-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1010.
Pace Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Adams Ln.
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4236
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4236
Gr: K-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
96002, California ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2195 Larkspur Ln. Ste. 100
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 222-9280
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
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
Redding, CA 96002
(530) 224-4236
Gr: K-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 96002, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96002, CA include Phoenix Charter Academy, Lassen View Elementary School and Mistletoe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96002?
10 public elementary schools are located in 96002.
What is the racial composition of students in 96002?
96002 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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