For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 72 students in 96048, CA.
The top ranked public school in 96048, CA is Junction City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 96048 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96048, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96048, CA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junction City Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
430 Red Hill Rd.
Junction City, CA 96048
(530) 623-6381
Junction City, CA 96048
(530) 623-6381
Gr: K-8 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96048, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 96048, CA include Junction City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96048?
1 public schools are located in 96048.
What is the racial composition of students in 96048?
96048 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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