Sandra J. Gallardo Elementary

Tucked into one of Folsom's newer residential neighborhoods, Gallardo Elementary consistently ranks among the stronger elementary schools in the Sacramento region, with particularly impressive English and math scores that put it well ahead of most California schools. Families drawn to Folsom for its safe streets, great trails along the American River Parkway, and that small-city feel will find Gallardo fits right in with the community's emphasis on doing things well. It's a solid choice for families who want strong academics without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of more intensely competitive schools.