For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 29 students in 95936, CA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 95936, CA is Downieville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 95936 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95936, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95936, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Downieville Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 School St.
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3473
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3473
Grades: K-6
| 29 students
95936, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Sierra Community Day-west High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
P.o. Drawer E
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3525
Downieville, CA 95936
(530) 289-3525
Grades: 7-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 95936, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 95936, CA include Downieville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95936?
1 public elementary schools are located in 95936.
What is the racial composition of students in 95936?
95936 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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