Schools

Finding a Good School in the Sacramento Area; Choosing a Good School District in Sacramento Area

Before you buy a new home, it is always a good idea to research the schools in the surrounding area. Not only in case you have children (as you want them to have the best education), but the quality and / or proximity of the schools surrounding your home may significantly impact its resale value.

You may click on one of the cities below to view a comprehensive list of all public and private schools that are available in the area.

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Buyer Resources for Schools:

If you have a family, or are thinking of starting a family, one of the biggest questions you may have when purchasing a new home, is what the schools are like in the communities you are looking in. Below you will find some resources to assist you in learning more about Sacramento metro area schools, which communities specific schools service, and more helpful school information.

Useful Links:

    •  Great Schools Great Schools allows you to search all types of schools, from preschool through college, private, charter, or public. Find a school’s academic scores, community members’ reviews, and more.
    • California School Finder Use the California School Finder site to access data on California’s public schools. You can compare schools side-by-side with the latest school rankings, course offerings, academic performance, graduation rates, student-teacher ratio and more.
    • California Department of Education API Reports The CA Department of Education instituted the Academic Performance Index (API) rating system which is a measurement of academic performance and progress of schools within California. API scores range from a low of 200 to a high of 1000. Use the official California Department of Education link above to search for district ratings and individual school ratings.
    • Use the interactive map below to search schools in your area. You can scroll around, zoom in, zoom out, and click on the individual schools to find out more!


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