For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 239 students in Occidental, CA.
The top ranked public elementary school in Occidental, CA is Salmon Creek School - A Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Occidental, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Occidental have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Occidental, CA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salmon Creek School - A Charter
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1935 Bohemian Hwy.
Occidental, CA 95465
(707) 874-1205
Occidental, CA 95465
(707) 874-1205
Gr: 2-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
1935 Bohemian Hwy.
Occidental, CA 95465
(707) 874-1205
Occidental, CA 95465
(707) 874-1205
Gr: K-1 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Occidental, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Occidental, CA include Salmon Creek School - A Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in Occidental?
2 public elementary schools are located in Occidental.
What is the racial composition of students in Occidental?
Occidental public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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