For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,494 students in 95826, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 95826, CA are Feather River Charter, El Centro Jr./sr. High School and Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 95826 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 95826, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 95826 have a Graduation Rate of 42%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Feather River Charter, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95826, CA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Feather River Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4305 South Meridian Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(626) 932-1802
Sacramento, CA 95826
(626) 932-1802
Gr: K-12 | 2,562 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
El Centro Jr./sr. High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9601 Kiefer Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2525
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2525
Gr: 5-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8182 Gerber Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2329
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2329
Gr: 7-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Palmiter Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2040 Ethan Way
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2020
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2020
Gr: 7-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
North Area Community
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4000 Pinell St.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2073
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2073
Gr: 7-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Foundations Academy
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10474 Mather Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2380
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2380
Gr: K-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Elinor Lincoln Hickey Jr./sr. High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2040 Ethan Way
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2074
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2074
Gr: 7-12 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
95826, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 246870
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-5800
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-5800
Gr: 7-8 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Morgan Junior/Senior High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
3990 Branch Center Rd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2317
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2317
Gr: 7-12
3001 Ramona Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 733-2300
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 733-2300
Gr: 7-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Sacramento County Ed Special Education (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
10474 Mather Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2380
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2380
Gr: K-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Sacramento County Rop (Closed 2024)
Vocational School
10474 Mather Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2446
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 228-2446
Gr: 9-12
2635 Chestnut Hill Dr.
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 382-5960
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 382-5960
Gr: K-6 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 95826, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 95826, CA include Feather River Charter, El Centro Jr./sr. High School and Nathaniel S. Colley Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 95826?
7 public high schools are located in 95826.
What is the racial composition of students in 95826?
95826 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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