For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 2,380 students in Susanville, CA (there are , serving 9 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Susanville, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Susanville, CA are Richmond Elementary School, Juniper Ridge Elementary School and Credence High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Susanville, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Susanville have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Susanville, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700-585 Richmond Rd. East
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2338
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2338
Gr: K-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Juniper Ridge Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
709-855 Termo-grasshopper Rd.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Gr: K-8 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Credence High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
813 Cottage St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5134
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5134
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Lassen Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1324 Cornell St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-1197
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-1197
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Lassen County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
472-013 Johnstonville Rd. Nort
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Gr: K-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Johnstonville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
704-795 Bangham Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2471
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2471
Gr: K-8 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #77.
Meadow View
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Paiute Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-3000
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-3000
Gr: 3-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Lassen High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1110 Main St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2141
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2141
Gr: 9-12 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #99.
Diamond View Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
850 Richmond Rd.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5144
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5144
Gr: 6-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1010.
Thompson Peak Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
995 Paiute Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7300
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7300
Gr: K-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Lassen Rop
Vocational School
472-013 Johnstonville Rd. Nort
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 252-1673
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 252-1673
Gr: 11-12
Rank: n/an/a
2005 Fourth St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5161
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5161
Gr: K-2 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Susanville, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Diamond Mountain Charter High School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
1000 Main St
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-4653
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-4653
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Juniper Ridge Virtual Academy Charter (Closed 2017)
Charter School
709-855 Termo Grasshopper Rd.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 251-8938
Gr: K-12
Lassen County Opportunity High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
472-103 Johnstonville Rd. N.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2196
Gr: 7-12
Paiute Creek Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
109 South Gilman St
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Gr: K-6
Providence Junior/Senior High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1415b Chestnut St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2197
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-2197
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rocky Ridge High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
477-060 Sheriff Cady Ln.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7214
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-7214
Spring Ridge Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
55 South Weatherlow St.
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5134
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-5134
Gr: 9-10 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Susan River Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
109 South Gilman St
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Susanville, CA 96130
(530) 257-8200
Gr: 7-8
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Susanville, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Susanville, CA include Richmond Elementary School, Juniper Ridge Elementary School and Credence High School.
How many public schools are located in Susanville?
13 public schools are located in Susanville.
What percentage of students in Susanville go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Susanville are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Susanville?
Susanville public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Susanville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Susanville include: Richmond Elementary School vs. Johnstonville Elementary School, Johnstonville Elementary School vs. Richmond Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School vs. Johnstonville Elementary School
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