For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 580 students in Avery, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Avery, 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.
Avery, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Avery have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Avery, CA (2026)
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 elementary schools in Avery, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Avery, CA include Albert A. Michelson Elementary School, Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative) and Avery Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Avery?
4 public elementary schools are located in Avery.
What is the racial composition of students in Avery?
Avery public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Avery are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Avery include: Hazel Fischer Elementary School vs. Albert A. Michelson Elementary School, Albert A. Michelson Elementary School vs. Hazel Fischer Elementary School
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