- Greer Elementary — Grades K–5 · 762 students
- Howe Avenue Elementary — Grades K–5 · 741 students
- Dyer-Kelly Elementary — Grades K–5 · 735 students
- Mariemont Elementary — Grades K–5 · 589 students
- Cottage Elementary — Grades K–5 · 502 students
- Skycrest Elementary — Grades K–5 · 436 students
- Whitney Avenue Elementary — Grades K–5 · 411 students
- Oakview Community Elementary — Grades K–5 · 407 students
- Cameron Ranch Elementary — Grades K–5 · 406 students
- Trajan Elementary — Grades K–5 · 391 students
- Carmichael Elementary — Grades K–5 · 374 students
- Cambridge Heights Elementary — Grades K–5 · 348 students
- Grand Oaks Elementary — Grades K–5 · 348 students
- Pasadena Avenue Elementary — Grades K–5 · 343 students
- Coyle Avenue Elementary — Grades K–5 · 331 students
- Albert Schweitzer Elementary — Grades K–5 · 331 students
- Arlington Heights Elementary — Grades K–5 · 329 students
- Mariposa Avenue Elementary — Grades K–5 · 326 students
- Thomas Kelly Elementary — Grades K–5 · 321 students
- Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary — Grades K–5 · 307 students
- Charles Peck Elementary — Grades K–5 · 303 students
- Ottomon Way Elementary — Grades K–5 · 258 students
- General Davie Jr. Primary Center — Grades K–K · 1 students
- Arden Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,010 students
- Winston Churchill Middle — Grades 6–8 · 987 students
- John Barrett Middle — Grades 6–8 · 802 students
- Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle — Grades 6–8 · 708 students
- Andrew Carnegie Middle — Grades 6–8 · 687 students
- Katherine Johnson Middle — Grades 6–8 · 612 students
- Sylvan Middle — Grades 6–8 · 604 students
- Arcade Middle — Grades 6–8 · 595 students
- Will Rogers Middle — Grades 6–8 · 564 students
- Bella Vista High — Grades 9–12 · 1,939 students
- Rio Americano High — Grades 9–12 · 1,891 students
- Mira Loma High — Grades 9–12 · 1,655 students
- Del Campo High — Grades 9–12 · 1,548 students
- El Camino Fundamental High — Grades 9–12 · 1,226 students
- Casa Roble Fundamental High — Grades 9–12 · 1,150 students
- Mesa Verde High — Grades 9–12 · 894 students
- Encina High — Grades 9–12 · 766 students
- San Juan High — Grades 9–12 · 559 students
- El Sereno Alternative Education — Grades 9–12 · 166 students
- Laurel Ruff Transition — Grades 12–12 · 142 students
- La Entrada Continuation High — Grades 9–12 · 102 students
- Starr King K-8 — Grades K–8 · 885 students
- Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 — Grades K–8 · 883 students
- Del Paso Manor Elementary — Grades K–6 · 734 students
- Gold River Discovery Center K-8 — Grades K–8 · 712 students
- Mary Deterding Elementary — Grades K–6 · 670 students
- Earl LeGette Elementary — Grades K–6 · 622 students
- Sierra Oaks K-8 — Grades K–8 · 614 students
- Orangevale Open K-8 — Grades K–8 · 593 students
- Kingswood K-8 — Grades K–8 · 546 students
- Woodside K-8 — Grades K–8 · 506 students
- Lichen K-8 — Grades K–8 · 498 students
- Del Dayo Elementary — Grades K–6 · 496 students
- Pershing Elementary — Grades K–6 · 494 students
- Twin Lakes Elementary — Grades K–6 · 494 students
- Carriage Drive Elementary — Grades K–6 · 444 students
- Northridge Elementary — Grades K–6 · 423 students
- Mission Avenue Open Elementary — Grades K–6 · 415 students
- Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary — Grades K–6 · 408 students
- James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary — Grades K–6 · 406 students
- San Juan Choices Charter — Grades 6–12 · 246 students
- Meraki High — Grades 8–12 · 93 students
- Ralph Richardson Center — Grades K–12 · 54 students
- La Vista Center — Grades 6–12 · 28 students
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| Metric | San Juan Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 68 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About San Juan Unified School District
If you live in ZIP 95628 — San Juan, California — your assigned public schools are operated by San Juan Unified School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the California average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers Kindergarten – 12th. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
San Juan Unified School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $15,700 per year, 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
With multiple schools, San Juan Unified School District operates as a district of unknown size serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Contact San Juan Unified School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
San Juan Unified School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
San Juan Unified School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. 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 95628
Children in zip code 95628 are assigned to San Juan 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 95628, 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 San Juan Unified School District at (916)971-7700 or visit www.sanjuan.edu. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 San Juan
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because San Juan Unified School District serves zip code 95628, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 95628 and neighboring areas. 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 San Juan 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 95628.
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 San Juan Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 95628 data.