For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,005 students in Caruthers, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Caruthers, CA are Alvina Elementary Charter and Caruthers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Caruthers, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Caruthers have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Caruthers, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
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 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Caruthers, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Caruthers, CA include Alvina Elementary Charter and Caruthers Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Caruthers?
2 public elementary schools are located in Caruthers.
What is the racial composition of students in Caruthers?
Caruthers public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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