For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 114 students in Bangor, CA (there are , serving 12 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Bangor, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Bangor, CA are Bangor Union Elementary School and Berry Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bangor, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Bangor have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bangor, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bangor Union Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7549 Oro-bangor Hwy.
Bangor, CA 95914
(530) 679-2434
Bangor, CA 95914
(530) 679-2434
Grades: K-8
| 82 students
Rank: #22.
Berry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7549 Oro Bangor Hwy
Bangor, CA 95914
(530) 589-1633
Bangor, CA 95914
(530) 589-1633
Grades: K-8
| 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bangor, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Bangor, CA include Bangor Union Elementary School and Berry Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bangor?
2 public schools are located in Bangor.
What percentage of students in Bangor go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Bangor are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bangor?
Bangor public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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