- Soldier Mountain High (Continuation) — Grades 9–12 · 13 students
- Mountain View High (Continuation) — Grades 9–12 · 10 students
- Burney Elementary — Grades K–6 · 349 students
- Fall River Elementary — Grades K–6 · 275 students
- Burney Junior-Senior High — Grades 7–12 · 231 students
- Fall River Junior-Senior High — Grades 7–12 · 226 students
- Intermountain Independent Study — Grades K–12 · 26 students
- Burney Community Day — Grades 7–12 · 13 students
- Fall River Community Day — Grades 7–12 · 11 students
- Mt. Burney Special Education Center — Grades K–12 · 2 students
- Burney Elementary Community Day — Grades K–6
- Fall River Elementary Community Day — Grades K–6
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| Metric | Fall River Joint Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 1,187 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 11 | 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 | 4/10 — Below Average | — | Below average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall River Joint Unified School District (this district) | 4/10 | 35th | 1,187 |
| Los Angeles Unified School District | 6/10 | 53rd | 427,795 |
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Ranked against 963 rated districts in CA → 35th percentile → 4/10.
Source: California Dept. of Education CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Fall River Joint Unified School District
Fall River Joint Unified School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 96040 in Fall River, California. Serving students from Kindergarten – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 96040. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 4/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Fall River Joint Unified School District 4 out of 10 — below 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.
Fall River Joint Unified School District carries a below-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates below typical California benchmarks on state assessments. A below-average score reflects test performance relative to other districts — not necessarily teaching quality or school culture, and some of these districts have schools with strong communities and dedicated staff. Families should research specific school quality, visit in person, and ask about available programs. Also ask about open enrollment and magnet options that may offer alternatives to the default attendance-zone assignment.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 96040
Children in zip code 96040 are assigned to Fall River Joint 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 96040, 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 Fall River Joint Unified School District at (530)335-4538 or visit www.frjusd.org. 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 Hat Creek
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Fall River Joint Unified School District serves zip code 96040, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 96040. 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 Fall River Joint 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 96040.
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 Fall River Joint Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 96040 data.