For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 406 students in Mendocino, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Mendocino, CA are Mendocino High School and Mendocino K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mendocino, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Mendocino have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mendocino, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mendocino High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10700 Ford St.
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-5871
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-5871
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Mendocino K-8
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
44261 Little Lake Rd.
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-0515
Mendocino, CA 95460
(707) 937-0515
Gr: K-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mendocino, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Mendocino, CA include Mendocino High School and Mendocino K-8.
How many public schools are located in Mendocino?
2 public schools are located in Mendocino.
What is the racial composition of students in Mendocino?
Mendocino public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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