For the 2025-26 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 2,934 students in 95642, CA.
The top ranked public schools in 95642, CA are County Community, Argonaut High School and Sutter Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95642 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95642, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95642, CA 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
County Community
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Gr: 1-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Argonaut High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Argonaut Ln.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7700
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Sutter Creek Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
340 Spanish St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7200
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7200
Gr: K-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Pine Grove Elementary Stem Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
20101 State Highway 88
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 296-2800
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 296-2800
Gr: K-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Ione Junior High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 S Mills St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5500
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
220 Church St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5600
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5600
Gr: K-6 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
North Star Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7773
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7773
Gr: K-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #88.
Pioneer Magnet School For The Visual And Performing Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
24625 Highway 88
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 295-6500
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 295-6500
Gr: K-6 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #99.
Plymouth Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Sherwood
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7800
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7800
Gr: K-6 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1010.
Jackson Junior High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
747 Sutter St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5700
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1111.
Independence High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1212.
Amador County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
217 Rex Ave.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5330
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5330
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
95642, California 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10010 Shenandoah Rd.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 245-4284
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 245-4284
Gr: 7-8 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95642, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95642, CA include County Community, Argonaut High School and Sutter Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95642?
13 public schools are located in 95642.
What is the racial composition of students in 95642?
95642 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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