- Edward Kemble Elementary — Grades K–3 · 454 students
- Miwok Middle — Grades 7–8 · 1,181 students
- California Middle — Grades 7–8 · 782 students
- Will C. Wood Middle — Grades 7–8 · 680 students
- Fern Bacon Middle — Grades 7–8 · 679 students
- Albert Einstein Middle — Grades 7–8 · 579 students
- Sam Brannan Middle — Grades 7–8 · 339 students
- C. K. McClatchy High — Grades 9–12 · 2,569 students
- Hiram W. Johnson High — Grades 9–12 · 1,682 students
- John F. Kennedy High — Grades 9–12 · 1,652 students
- Luther Burbank High — Grades 9–12 · 1,535 students
- Rosemont High — Grades 9–12 · 1,485 students
- West Campus — Grades 9–12 · 907 students
- The MET — Grades 9–12 · 190 students
- George Washington Carver School of Arts and Science — Grades 9–12 · 174 students
- American Legion High (Continuation) — Grades 9–12 · 163 students
- Arthur A. Benjamin Health Professions High — Grades 9–12 · 156 students
- Sacramento New Technology Early College High — Grades 9–12 · 155 students
- Leonardo Da Vinci — Grades K–8 · 822 students
- Rosa Parks Elementary — Grades K–8 · 722 students
- Elder Creek Elementary — Grades K–6 · 712 students
- Bowling Green Elementary — Grades K–6 · 685 students
- John H. Still — Grades K–8 · 655 students
- Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary — Grades K–6 · 647 students
- Crocker/Riverside Elementary — Grades K–6 · 631 students
- Genevieve Didion — Grades K–8 · 609 students
- Ethel I. Baker Elementary — Grades K–6 · 608 students
- Pacific Elementary — Grades K–6 · 597 students
- School of Engineering & Sciences — Grades 7–12 · 542 students
- Caleb Greenwood Elementary — Grades K–6 · 536 students
- Abraham Lincoln Elementary — Grades K–6 · 498 students
- Theodore Judah Elementary — Grades K–6 · 485 students
- Nicholas Elementary — Grades K–6 · 482 students
- Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired — Grades K–8 · 476 students
- David Lubin Elementary — Grades K–6 · 454 students
- Golden Empire Elementary — Grades K–6 · 438 students
- Matsuyama Elementary — Grades K–6 · 435 students
- Oak Ridge Elementary — Grades K–6 · 429 students
- Ethel Phillips Elementary — Grades K–6 · 428 students
- Earl Warren Elementary — Grades K–6 · 413 students
- Umoja International Academy — Grades 7–12 · 412 students
- Parkway Elementary — Grades K–6 · 409 students
- Hubert H. Bancroft Elementary — Grades K–6 · 408 students
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| Metric | Sacramento City Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 73 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Sacramento City Unified School District
Sacramento City Unified School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 95824 in Sacramento, California. Serving students from Kindergarten – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 95824. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Sacramento City Unified School District runs approximately $15,700 annually, placing it near the California state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Sacramento City Unified School District is a very large district with 73 schools serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Sacramento City Unified School District 5 out of 10 — 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 the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 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.
Sacramento City Unified School District falls near the middle of California on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 95824
Children in zip code 95824 are assigned to Sacramento City Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 95824, 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 Sacramento City Unified School District at (916)643-9000 or visit www.scusd.edu. 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 Sacramento
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Sacramento City Unified School District serves zip code 95824, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 95824. 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 Sacramento City Unified 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 95824.
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 Sacramento City Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 95824 data.