Best 95982 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,299 students in 95982, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 95982, CA are Butte View High School, Sutter Union High School and Brittan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95982 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95982, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 95982, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Butte View High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2665 Acacia St.
Sutter, CA 95982
(530) 822-5161
Gr: 9-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Sutter Union High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2665 Acacia St.
Sutter, CA 95982
(530) 822-5161
Gr: 9-12 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Brittan Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2340 Pepper St.
Sutter, CA 95982
(530) 822-5155
Gr: K-8 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 95982, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95982, CA include Butte View High School, Sutter Union High School and Brittan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95982?
3 public schools are located in 95982.
What is the racial composition of students in 95982?
95982 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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