Best 96041 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 346 students in 96041, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 96041, CA are Hayfork High School and Hayfork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96041 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96041, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 96041, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayfork High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
231 Oak St.
Hayfork, CA 96041
(530) 628-5261
Gr: 9-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Hayfork Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6930 State Highway 3
Hayfork, CA 96041
(530) 628-5294
Gr: K-8 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Valley High School
Alternative School
6930 State Hwy. 3
Hayfork, CA 96041
(530) 628-5294
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 59%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 96041, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 96041, CA include Hayfork High School and Hayfork Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96041?
3 public schools are located in 96041.
What is the racial composition of students in 96041?
96041 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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