The brief
The top-rated elementary schools in Sacramento for 2026 are Camellia Elementary (9.0/10), Hardy Brown College Prep (8.7/10), and Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary (8.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 120 elementary schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Sacramento's elementary school landscape spans 120 ranked schools, giving families a wide field to evaluate. The average composite score across those schools sits at 5.9 out of 10, but the top tier pulls well above that — William Land Elementary leads at 9.0, with Foothill Oaks Elementary, Sol Aureus College Preparatory, and Genevieve Didion each close behind at 8.7. Thirty-five schools score 7 or higher, meaning roughly one in four ranked schools clears that bar — a solid share for a metro this size. The table below lets you sort by score, school type, and other key metrics to find the right fit for your child. Scores reflect a composite of academic performance data, so use them as a starting point alongside factors like commute, program focus, and enrollment availability.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 19.0
- 28.7
- 38.5
- 48.4
- 58.2
- 68.2
- 78.2
- 88.0
- 98.0
- 108.0
All 120 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 120
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Camellia ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 344student-teacher ratio 21.5:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 2Hardy Brown College PrepcharterHardy Brown College Prep Districtstudents 329student-teacher ratio 15.7:1grades Kindergarten–8th
- 3Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep ElementarycharterNatomas Unifiedstudents 485student-teacher ratio 22.0:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 4David Lubin ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 455student-teacher ratio 20.7:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 5Matsuyama ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 437student-teacher ratio 24.3:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 6William Land ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 331student-teacher ratio 22.1:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 7Leonardo Da VinciSacramento City Unifiedstudents 829student-teacher ratio 22.4:1grades Kindergarten–8th
- 8Ridgepoint ElementaryTwin Rivers Unifiedstudents 667student-teacher ratio 25.7:1grades Kindergarten–8th
- 9Yav Pem Suab Academy - Preparing for the Future ChartercharterYav Pem Suab Acad - Preparing For the Future Charter Diststudents 471student-teacher ratio 21.4:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 10Earl Warren ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 417student-teacher ratio 24.5:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 11Crocker/riverside ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 636student-teacher ratio 26.5:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 12John Bidwell ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 276student-teacher ratio 23.0:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 13Arnold Adreani ElementaryElk Grove Unifiedstudents 901student-teacher ratio 23.7:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 14Bret Harte ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 189student-teacher ratio 21.0:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 15New Hope ChartercharterNew Hope Charter Districtstudents 166student-teacher ratio 11.9:1grades Kindergarten–8th
- 16Mary Tsukamoto ElementaryElk Grove Unifiedstudents 964student-teacher ratio 24.7:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 17Phoebe A. Hearst ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 657student-teacher ratio 26.3:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 18Susan B. Anthony ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 314student-teacher ratio 22.4:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 19Foothill Oaks ElementaryTwin Rivers Unifiedstudents 498student-teacher ratio 23.7:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 20Golden Empire ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 449student-teacher ratio 24.9:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 21O. W. Erlewine ElementarySacramento City Unifiedstudents 283student-teacher ratio 23.6:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 22Genevieve DidionSacramento City Unifiedstudents 615student-teacher ratio 23.7:1grades Kindergarten–8th
- 23The Language Academy of SacramentocharterThe Language Academy of Sacramento Districtstudents 616student-teacher ratio 18.7:1grades Kindergarten–8th
- 24Maeola E. Beitzel ElementaryElk Grove Unifiedstudents 893student-teacher ratio 25.5:1grades Kindergarten–6th
- 25Bowling Green ElementarycharterSacramento City Unifiedstudents 703student-teacher ratio 23.4:1grades Kindergarten–6th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and California education department. Rankings are relative to all public elementary schools in California. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Camellia Elementary
Sacramento City Unified
344 students · 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–6th
Top 2% in California
- Academics
- 9.5
- Growth
- 9.0
- Environment
- 8.4
- 2
Hardy Brown College Prep
Hardy Brown College Prep District
329 students · 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–8th
Top 4% in California · charter
- Academics
- 6.5
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 9.5
- 3
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary
Natomas Unified
485 students · 22.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–5th
Top 5% in California · charter
- Academics
- 9.2
- Growth
- 8.2
- Environment
- 8.0
- 4
David Lubin Elementary
Sacramento City Unified
455 students · 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–6th
Top 7% in California
- Academics
- 8.8
- Growth
- 8.3
- Environment
- 8.1
- 5
Matsuyama Elementary
Sacramento City Unified
437 students · 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–6th
Top 10% in California
- Academics
- 8.9
- Growth
- 8.8
- Environment
- 5.8
- 6
William Land Elementary
Sacramento City Unified
331 students · 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–6th
Top 10% in California
- Academics
- 9.6
- Growth
- 7.7
- Environment
- 7.5
- 7
Leonardo Da Vinci
Sacramento City Unified
829 students · 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–8th
Top 10% in California
- Academics
- 8.1
- Growth
- 8.3
- Environment
- 8.1
- 8
Ridgepoint Elementary
Twin Rivers Unified
667 students · 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–8th
Top 13% in California
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 9.1
- Environment
- 4.6
- 9
Yav Pem Suab Academy - Preparing for the Future Charter
Yav Pem Suab Acad - Preparing For the Future Charter Dist
471 students · 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–6th
Top 13% in California · charter
- Academics
- 7.5
- Growth
- 9.3
- Environment
- 5.5
- 10
Earl Warren Elementary
Sacramento City Unified
417 students · 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–6th
Top 14% in California
- Academics
- 8.1
- Growth
- 9.3
- Environment
- 4.5
Questions
What is the best elementary school in Sacramento, California?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Camellia Elementary is the top-rated elementary school in Sacramento with a composite score of 9.0/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many elementary schools are in Sacramento, California?
Sacramento has 152 elementary schools, including 14 charter schools. Of these, 136 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average elementary school rating in Sacramento?
Among 136 Sacramento elementary schools with a composite score, the average is 5.9/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in California).
How does MySchoolScout rate elementary schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within California, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in California, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
Are charter schools included in the Sacramento elementary school rankings?
Sacramento has 14 charter elementary schools in its directory. Charter schools that meet this ranking's data requirements are included alongside traditional public schools using the same composite scoring methodology.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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