For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,792 students in Rio Linda, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Rio Linda, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Rio Linda, CA are Westside Preparatory Charter, Rio Linda High School and Dry Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Linda, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Rio Linda have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rio Linda, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westside Preparatory Charter
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6537 West Second St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Gr: 7-8 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Rio Linda High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6309 Dry Creek Rd.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-2725
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-2725
Gr: 9-12 | 1,594 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Dry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1230 G St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1820
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1820
Gr: K-6 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6537 West Second St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990
Gr: K-6 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1040 Q St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1930
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1930
Gr: K-6 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 G St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-2720
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-2720
Gr: 7-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rio Linda, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Rio Linda, CA include Westside Preparatory Charter, Rio Linda High School and Dry Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rio Linda?
6 public schools are located in Rio Linda.
What percentage of students in Rio Linda go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Rio Linda are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Linda?
Rio Linda public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Rio Linda are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Rio Linda include: Orchard Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School, Dry Creek Elementary School vs. Westside Elementary School, Westside Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School
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