For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,705 students in 93609, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 93609, CA are Marc High School, Alvina Elementary Charter and Caruthers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93609 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93609, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93609, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marc High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2580 West Tahoe Ave.
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 495-6443
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 495-6443
Gr: 9-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Alvina Elementary Charter
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
295 West Saginaw Ave.
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-9411
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-9411
Gr: K-8 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Caruthers Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13699 South Quince, Quince Ave
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-6500
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-6500
Gr: K-8 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Caruthers High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2580 West Tahoe Ave.
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-6500
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
93609, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Marc Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
2580 West Tahoe Ave.
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 495-6429
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 495-6429
Gr: 7-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93609, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93609, CA include Marc High School, Alvina Elementary Charter and Caruthers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93609?
4 public schools are located in 93609.
What is the racial composition of students in 93609?
93609 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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