Schools in 96080 — Red Bluff, California
96080 has 12 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 34.4 — 9.4 points below the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 12.4 to 58.9, a 46.5-point spread.
How 96080 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Bend Elementary with a Scope Score of 59 and 24.2% of students exceeding standard.
Chronic absenteeism across 96080 averages 19.2%, near the state average of 18.1%.
How 96080 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip Code | City | Schools | Avg Score | vs 96080 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96080 | Red Bluff | 12 | Developing 34.4/100 | — |
| 96073 | Palo Cedro | 3 | Solid 53.6/100 | +19.2 |
School archetypes in 96080
Hidden gems: 3 schools in 96080 are classified as On the Rise (2) or Growth Engine — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 96080
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bend Elementary Evergreen Union Strong All-Around | 24.2% | Solid 59/100 |
| 2 | Red Bluff High Red Bluff Joint Union High Building Momentum | 14.6% | Solid 53/100 |
| 3 | Antelope Elementary Antelope Elementary Building Momentum | 17.6% | Developing 45/100 |
| 4 | Berrendos Middle Antelope Elementary Growth Engine | 16.8% | Developing 45/100 |
| 5 | Jackson Heights Elementary Red Bluff Union Elementary On the Rise | 11.5% | Developing 38/100 |
| 6 | Reeds Creek Elementary Reeds Creek Elementary On the Rise | 11.9% | Developing 34/100 |
| 7 | William M. Metteer Elementary Red Bluff Union Elementary Building Momentum | 7.3% | Developing 33/100 |
| 8 | Lassen-Antelope Volcanic Academy (LAVA) Antelope Elementary Building Momentum | 6.4% | Developing 33/100 |
| 9 | Bidwell Elementary Red Bluff Union Elementary Building Momentum | 9.8% | Needs Support 24/100 |
| 10 | Lincoln Street Tehama County Department of Education Culture First | 4.5% | Needs Support 22/100 |
| 11 | Salisbury High (Continuation) Red Bluff Joint Union High Building Momentum | 2.0% | Needs Support 15/100 |
| 12 | Vista Preparatory Academy Red Bluff Union Elementary Building Momentum | 2.3% | Needs Support 12/100 |
Schools in 96080 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 96080
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
- Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
- Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
- Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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