- Kenilworth Junior High — Grades 7–8 · 812 students
- Petaluma Junior High — Grades 7–8 · 454 students
- Petaluma Accelerated Charter — Grades 7–8 · 115 students
- Dual Language Immersion Academy Charter — Grades 7–8 · 31 students
- Casa Grande High — Grades 9–12 · 1,653 students
- Petaluma High — Grades 9–12 · 1,193 students
- San Antonio High (Continuation) — Grades 9–12 · 65 students
- Sonoma Mountain High (Necessary Small School) — Grades 9–12 · 21 students
- Carpe Diem High (Continuation) — Grades 9–12 · 19 students
- Mary Collins Charter School at Cherry Valley — Grades K–8 · 494 students
- Valley Oaks High (Alternative) — Grades 7–12 · 43 students
Zip code 94951 is not served by one district. An elementary district and a separate secondary district each cover this area, which is normal in this state — which one your child attends depends on their grade.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| K–6 Elementary | Petaluma City Elementary School District 2,158 students · 8 schools | 8/10 |
| 7–12 Secondary | Petaluma Joint Union High School District 4,926 students · 10 schools | 8/10 |
| Metric | Petaluma Joint Union High School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 4,926 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 10 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petaluma Joint Union High School District (this district) | 8/10 | 70th | 4,926 |
| Petaluma Joint Union High School District | 8/10 | 70th | 4,926 |
| Shoreline Unified School District | 5/10 | 40th | 470 |
| Novato Unified School District | 8/10 | 72nd | 7,208 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 963 rated districts in CA → 70th percentile → 8/10.
Source: California Dept. of Education CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Petaluma Joint Union High School District
Petaluma Joint Union High School District serves zip code 94951, covering Petaluma, California with grades Pre-K–12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Petaluma Joint Union High School District 8 out of 10 — above average among California public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in California’s CAASPP Smarter Balanced assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because California is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Petaluma Joint Union High School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in California. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 94951
Children in zip code 94951 are assigned to Petaluma Joint Union High School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 94951, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Petaluma Joint Union High School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Penngrove
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Petaluma Joint Union High School District serves zip code 94951, homes in and around zip code 94951 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Petaluma Joint Union High School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 94951.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Petaluma Joint Union High School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 94951 data.