For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,648 students in 95831, CA (there are , serving 639 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 95831, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95831, CA are Genevieve Didion, Matsuyama Elementary School and Pony Express Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 95831 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95831, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95831, CA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Genevieve Didion
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6490 Harmon Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4575
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4575
Gr: K-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Matsuyama Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7680 Windbridge Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4650
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4650
Gr: K-6 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Pony Express Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1250 56th Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4690
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4690
Gr: K-6 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
School Of Engineering & Sciences
Alternative School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7345 Gloria Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-5040
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-5040
Gr: 7-12 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Sol Aureus College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6620 Gloria Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 421-0600
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 421-0600
Gr: K-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Yav Pem Suab Academy - Preparing For The Future Charter
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7555 South Land Park Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5057
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5057
Gr: K-6 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Alice Birney Waldorf-inspired
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6251 13th St.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4510
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4510
Gr: K-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
John F. Kennedy High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6715 Gloria Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-5090
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-5090
Gr: 9-12 | 1,888 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Martin Luther King Junior
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
480 Little River Way
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4645
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4645
Gr: K-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1010.
Caroline Wenzel Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6870 Greenhaven Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4525
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 395-4525
Gr: K-6 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
95831, California ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6251 13th St.
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5420
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5420
Gr: K-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Po Box 246870
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5423
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 433-5423
Gr: K-6 | 207 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Learning Repertoire Charter Academy (Closed 2008)
Charter School
P.o. Box 231158
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 613-1981
Sacramento, CA 95831
(916) 613-1981
Gr: K-8 | 28 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95831, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95831, CA include Genevieve Didion, Matsuyama Elementary School and Pony Express Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95831?
10 public schools are located in 95831.
What percentage of students in 95831 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 95831 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95831?
95831 public schools minority enrollment is 86% 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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