For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 392 students in 96019, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96019, CA are Grand Oaks Elementary School and Gateway Educational Options. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96019 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96019, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96019, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grand Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5309 Grand Ave.
Shasta Lake, CA 96019
(530) 275-7040
Shasta Lake, CA 96019
(530) 275-7040
Gr: K-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Gateway Educational Options
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17752 Shasta Dam Blvd.
Shasta Lake, CA 96019
(530) 275-7000
Shasta Lake, CA 96019
(530) 275-7000
Gr: K-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 96019, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96019, CA include Grand Oaks Elementary School and Gateway Educational Options.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96019?
2 public elementary schools are located in 96019.
What is the racial composition of students in 96019?
96019 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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