For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 277 students in 96032, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 18 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 96032, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96032, CA are Fort Jones Elementary School and Scott Valley Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96032 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96032, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96032, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Jones Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11501 Mathews St.
Fort Jones, CA 96032
(530) 468-2412
Fort Jones, CA 96032
(530) 468-2412
Gr: K-2 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Scott Valley Junior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
237 Butte St.
Fort Jones, CA 96032
(530) 468-5565
Fort Jones, CA 96032
(530) 468-5565
Gr: 6-8 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Scott Valley Community Day
Alternative School
450 Campus Way
Fort Jones, CA 96032
(530) 467-5279
Fort Jones, CA 96032
(530) 467-5279
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96032, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 96032, CA include Fort Jones Elementary School and Scott Valley Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 96032?
3 public schools are located in 96032.
What percentage of students in 96032 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 96032 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96032?
96032 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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