For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,438 students in 95831, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 714 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.
Public 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 Public Schools (2026)
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 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
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 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
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 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
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 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
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 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 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 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 | 476 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 | 1,652 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 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 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
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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