For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 190 students in 95224, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 95224, CA are Avery Middle School and Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 95224 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 95224, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95224, CA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: 6-8
| 190 students
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
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 95224, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 95224, CA include Avery Middle School and Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative).
How many public middle schools are located in 95224?
2 public middle schools are located in 95224.
What is the racial composition of students in 95224?
95224 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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