Sacramento County Schools & Education
Sacramento County, California
School Score
54/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
88.7%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.7%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 87.5%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,138
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,762
School Score
54/100
Higher = better
State avg 55/100
State School Rank
#28
of 58 counties (1 = best)
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Education Overview
About Schools in Sacramento County, California
Sacramento's diverse capital region school system
The county operates 382 public schools serving 248,726 students through 50 districts. This infrastructure includes 235 elementary schools and 80 high schools, reflecting a heavily developed urban and suburban landscape.
Performance metrics near state benchmarks
Sacramento's 88.7% graduation rate edges past the national 87% average, though the $8,138 per-pupil spending remains well below the $13,000 national benchmark. The county's school score of 55.3 sits just below the California state average of 56.0.
Elk Grove and Sacramento City lead the way
Elk Grove Unified is the largest district by enrollment, serving 61,886 students. Charter schools are a major factor here, making up 13.1% of all schools and including massive programs like Highlands Community Charter with over 6,700 students.
Balanced urban and suburban school settings
Most students attend one of the 191 suburban or 165 city-based schools, where the average campus size is 663 students. Large high schools like Folsom High and Franklin High anchor their communities with enrollments exceeding 2,500 students each.
Education options for every lifestyle
The county's robust mix of traditional and charter schools makes it a prime target for education-focused homebuyers. Prospective residents can find everything from high-performing Folsom campuses to innovative city charters.
School Overview
Total Schools
382
in Sacramento County
Total Enrollment
248,726
students
School Districts
50
districts
Charter Schools
50
13% of total
School Type Breakdown
50 School Districts in Sacramento County
Elk Grove Unified
Sacramento City Unified
San Juan Unified
Twin Rivers Unified
Folsom-Cordova Unified
Natomas Unified
Highlands Community Charter District
Visions In Education District
Dry Creek Joint Elementary
Center Joint Unified
382 Public Schools in Sacramento County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Community Charter | Highlands Community Charter District | 1–12 | Charter | 6,749 |
| Visions In Education | Visions In Education District | KG–12 | Charter | 6,591 |
| Folsom High | Folsom-Cordova Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,718 |
| Franklin High | Elk Grove Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,587 |
| Pleasant Grove High | Elk Grove Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,520 |
| Sheldon High | Elk Grove Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,492 |
| C. K. McClatchy High | Sacramento City Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,427 |
| Monterey Trail High | Elk Grove Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,353 |
| Inderkum High | Natomas Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,266 |
| Laguna Creek High | Elk Grove Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,231 |
| Cosumnes Oaks High | Elk Grove Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,212 |
| California Innovative Career Academy | California Innovative Career Academy District | 1–12 | Charter | 2,202 |
| Grant Union High | Twin Rivers Unified | 9–12 | High | 2,040 |
| John F. Kennedy High | Sacramento City Unified | 9–12 | High | 1,971 |
| Cordova High | Folsom-Cordova Unified | 9–12 | High | 1,931 |
| Bella Vista High | San Juan Unified | 9–12 | High | 1,924 |
| Rio Americano High | San Juan Unified | 9–12 | High | 1,884 |
| Natomas Charter | Natomas Charter District | KG–12 | Charter | 1,869 |
| Fortune | Fortune District | KG–12 | Charter | 1,866 |
| Elk Grove High | Elk Grove Unified | 9–12 | High | 1,774 |
California Innovative Career Academy District
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,138
State avg $8,762
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Sacramento County, California — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Sacramento County, California?
The county operates 382 public schools serving 248,726 students through 50 districts. This infrastructure includes 235 elementary schools and 80 high schools, reflecting a heavily developed urban and suburban landscape.
How do schools in Sacramento County perform academically?
Sacramento's 88.7% graduation rate edges past the national 87% average, though the $8,138 per-pupil spending remains well below the $13,000 national benchmark. The county's school score of 55.3 sits just below the California state average of 56.0.
What are the major school districts in Sacramento County, California?
Elk Grove Unified is the largest district by enrollment, serving 61,886 students. Charter schools are a major factor here, making up 13.1% of all schools and including massive programs like Highlands Community Charter with over 6,700 students.
What is the school experience like in Sacramento County?
Most students attend one of the 191 suburban or 165 city-based schools, where the average campus size is 663 students. Large high schools like Folsom High and Franklin High anchor their communities with enrollments exceeding 2,500 students each.
How can I find homes near good schools in Sacramento County, California?
The county's robust mix of traditional and charter schools makes it a prime target for education-focused homebuyers. Prospective residents can find everything from high-performing Folsom campuses to innovative city charters.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.