What types of schools are available in Arcata, California?

Arcata, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Arcata, California

Q: How many schools are in Arcata, California?

There are 13 schools in Arcata, California, serving 3,016 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Arcata?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Arcata, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 13 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

3,016

Total Students

Across Arcata

16.8:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

13 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)4 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)7 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)2 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,007 students at Arcata High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Laurel Tree Charter

charter schoolhighK-12

4555 Valley West Blvd., Arcata, CA 95521

charter schoolelementaryK-5

1730 Janes Rd., Arcata, CA 95521

Northcoast Preparatory And Performing Arts Academy

charter schoolhighGrade 6-12

285 Bayside Rd., Arcata, CA 95521

charter schoolelementaryK-5

470 Union St., Arcata, CA 95521

Coastal Grove Charter

charter schoolmiddleK-8

1897 S St., Arcata, CA 95521

Pacific Coast High (Continuation)

publichighGrade 9-12

1720 M St., Arcata, CA 95521

1720 M St., Arcata, CA 95521

2400 Baldwin St., Arcata, CA 95521

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1430 Buttermilk Ln., Arcata, CA 95521

Pacific Union Elementary

publicmiddleK-8

3001 Janes Rd., Arcata, CA 95521

Arcata Educational Resource Center

publichighGrade 7-12

1222 Hallen Dr., Arcata, CA 95521

1464 Spear Ave., Arcata, CA 95521

Six Rivers Charter High

publichighGrade 9-12

1720 M St., Arcata, CA 95521

Detailed Overview of Schools in Arcata

Arcata, California is home to 13 schools serving over 3,016 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Arcata, California?

There are 13 schools in Arcata, serving 3,016 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Arcata?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Arcata include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Arcata?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Arcata is 16.8:1.

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