For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,235 students in El Dorado, CA.
The top-ranked public school in El Dorado, CA is Union Mine High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
El Dorado, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in El Dorado have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in El Dorado, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Mine High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6530 Koki Ln.
El Dorado, CA 95623
(530) 621-4003
El Dorado, CA 95623
(530) 621-4003
Gr: 9-12 | 1,033 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
6520 Oak Dell Rd.
El Dorado, CA 95623
(530) 642-6996
El Dorado, CA 95623
(530) 642-6996
Gr: 2-6 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in El Dorado, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in El Dorado, CA include Union Mine High School.
How many public schools are located in El Dorado?
3 public schools are located in El Dorado.
What is the racial composition of students in El Dorado?
El Dorado public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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