For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 17,724 students in 95838, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95838, CA are Taylor Street Elementary School, Bell Avenue Elementary School and Del Paso Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95838 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95838, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95838, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Taylor Street Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4350 Taylor St.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 927-5340
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 927-5340
Gr: K-6 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Bell Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Bell Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-0202
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-0202
Gr: K-6 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Del Paso Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
590 Morey Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3425
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3425
Gr: K-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Main Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Main Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 929-9559
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 929-9559
Gr: K-6 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Jessie Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-2767
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 922-2767
Gr: K-6 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Robla Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5200 Marysville Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 649-5200
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 649-5200
Gr: K-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Fairbanks Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
227 Fairbanks Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3435
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3435
Gr: K-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Michael J. Castori Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1801 South Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3420
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3420
Gr: K-6 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #99.
Higher Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 Grace Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-5183
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 286-5183
Gr: K-12 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1010.
Keema School For Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1281 North Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3410
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 566-3410
Gr: K-12 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
California Innovative Career Academy
Charter School
1333 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 436-5770
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 436-5770
Gr: 1-12 | 1,729 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Highlands Community Charter
Charter School
1333 Grand Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 844-2283
Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 844-2283
Gr: 1-12 | 11,713 students Student-teacher ratio: 92:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95838, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95838, CA include Taylor Street Elementary School, Bell Avenue Elementary School and Del Paso Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95838?
12 public elementary schools are located in 95838.
What is the racial composition of students in 95838?
95838 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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