In California, school districts publicly share API test scores that show students’ performance and how the schools are progressing. Many of the districts located in the greater Sacramento area include schools ranked high in API scoring.
Public Schools - Sacramento
Sacramento City Unified School District
Sacramento City USD encompasses all of Sacramento, featuring elementary, middle and high schools, as well as adult education.
San Juan Unified School District
One of the largest districts in the area, San Juan Unified includes all levels of education, from preschool through adult education.
Public Schools – Sacramento Suburbs
Roseville City School District
Roseville Joint High School District
A 30-minute drive north along the Interstate 80 corridor takes you to Roseville, an established community with lots of new growth and high-quality schools.
Elk Grove Unified School District
Just about 30 minutes south of downtown is the Elk Grove/Laguna community featuring family-friendly neighborhoods entwined with parks and greenbelts.
Folsom-Cordova Unified School District
Roughly 30 minutes east along Highway 50 you’ll find Folsom, another fast-growing community dedicated to families.
Natomas Unified School District
A short 15-minute drive from downtown and you’re in Natomas, one of Sacramento’s newest growing suburban communities.
Private Schools
Sacred Heart Parish School – Kindergarten through 8th grade
Jesuit High School
Capital Christian School – Kindergarten through 12th grade