For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 580 students in 95224, CA.
The top ranked public schools in 95224, CA are Albert A. Michelson Elementary School, Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) and Avery Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95224 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95224, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95224, CA 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albert A. Michelson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
196 Pennsylvania Gulch Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 728-3441
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 728-3441
Gr: K-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4545 Moran Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8504
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8504
Gr: K-8
Rank: #33.
Avery Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4545 Moran Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8520
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8520
Gr: 6-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Hazel Fischer Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1605 Blagen Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8030
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8030
Gr: K-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95224, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95224, CA include Albert A. Michelson Elementary School, Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) and Avery Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 95224?
4 public schools are located in 95224.
What is the racial composition of students in 95224?
95224 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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