For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 14,257 students in Elk Grove, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Elk Grove, CA are Pleasant Grove High School, Franklin High School and Cosumnes Oaks High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elk Grove, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Elk Grove have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Elk Grove, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Franklin High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Elk Grove, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Grove High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9531 Bond Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-0230
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-0230
Grades: 9-12
| 2,512 students
Rank: #22.
Franklin High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6400 Whitelock Pkwy.
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 714-8150
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 714-8150
Grades: 9-12
| 2,659 students
Rank: #33.
Cosumnes Oaks High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8350 Lotz Pkwy.
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 683-7670
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 683-7670
Grades: 9-12
| 2,151 students
Rank: #44.
Elk Grove High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9800 Elk Grove-florin Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7741
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7741
Grades: 9-12
| 1,692 students
Rank: #55.
Laguna Creek High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9050 Vicino Dr.
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 683-1339
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 683-1339
Grades: 9-12
| 2,119 students
Rank: #66.
Elk Grove Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10065 Atkins Dr.
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 714-1653
Elk Grove, CA 95757
(916) 714-1653
Grades: 7-12
| 286 students
Rank: #77.
Monterey Trail High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8661 Power Inn Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 688-0050
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 688-0050
Grades: 9-12
| 2,298 students
Rank: #88.
Sava - Sacramento Academic And Vocational Academy - Egusd
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3141 Dwight Rd. Ste. 400
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 428-3200
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 428-3200
Grades: 7-12
| 372 students
Rank: #99.
Jessie Baker
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8850 Southside Ave.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7703
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7703
Grades: K-12
| 168 students
Elk Grove, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Transition High (Continuation School) (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
9800 Elk Grove-florin Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7742
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(916) 686-7742
Grades: 9-12
| 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Elk Grove, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Elk Grove, CA include Pleasant Grove High School, Franklin High School and Cosumnes Oaks High School.
How many public high schools are located in Elk Grove?
9 public high schools are located in Elk Grove.
What is the racial composition of students in Elk Grove?
Elk Grove public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Elk Grove are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Elk Grove include: Cosumnes Oaks High School vs. Franklin High School, Franklin High School vs. Cosumnes Oaks High School, Elk Grove High School vs. Pleasant Grove High School
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