For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 192 students in Scotia, CA.
The top ranked public school in Scotia, CA is Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Scotia, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Scotia 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 Scotia, CA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
417 Church St.
Scotia, CA 95565
(707) 764-2212
Scotia, CA 95565
(707) 764-2212
Gr: K-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Scotia, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Scotia, CA include Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Scotia?
1 public schools are located in Scotia.
What is the racial composition of students in Scotia?
Scotia 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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