Best Public Elementary Schools in Rio Linda, CA (2025-26)

Best Rio Linda Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,321 students in Rio Linda, CA.

The top ranked public elementary schools in Rio Linda, CA are Dry Creek Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and Orchard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Rio Linda, CA public elementary schools have an score of 33% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rio Linda have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Rio Linda, CA (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Dry Creek Elementary School

(Math: 38% | Reading: 29%)
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1230 G St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1820

Gr: K-6 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Rank: #22.

Westside Elementary School

(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
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6537 West Second St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1990

Gr: K-6 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Rank: #33.

Orchard Elementary School

(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
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1040 Q St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1930

Gr: K-6 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 61%

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Rio Linda, California 51��s (Closed)

School

Location

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Heritage Peak Charter (Closed 2023)

Charter School

6450 20th St.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033

Gr: K-12 | 1,010 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Rio Linda Elementary School (Closed 2011)

631 L St
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 566-1920

Gr: K-6

Sutter Peak Charter Academy (Closed 2021)

Charter School

3934 Brd.way Rd.
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(866) 992-9033

Gr: K-12 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 31%

Valley View Charter Prep (Closed 2023)

Charter School

2453 Grand Canal Blvd. Ste. A
Rio Linda, CA 95673
(916) 866-9033

Gr: K-12 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 47%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Rio Linda, CA?

The top ranked public elementary schools in Rio Linda, CA include Dry Creek Elementary School, Westside Elementary School and Orchard Elementary School.

How many public elementary schools are located in Rio Linda?

3 public elementary schools are located in Rio Linda.

What is the racial composition of students in Rio Linda?

Rio Linda public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Which public elementary schools in Rio Linda are often viewed compared to one another?

Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rio Linda include: Orchard Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School, Dry Creek Elementary School vs. Westside Elementary School, Westside Elementary School vs. Dry Creek Elementary School