For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 754 students in Edwards, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Edwards, CA are William A. Bailey Elementary School and Irving L. Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Edwards, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Edwards have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Edwards, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William A. Bailey Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1565 Bailey Ave.
Edwards, CA 93523
(760) 306-4991
Edwards, CA 93523
(760) 306-4991
Gr: K-2 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Irving L. Branch Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1577 Payne Ave.
Edwards, CA 93523
(760) 306-4966
Edwards, CA 93523
(760) 306-4966
Gr: 3-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Edwards, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Edwards, CA include William A. Bailey Elementary School and Irving L. Branch Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Edwards?
2 public elementary schools are located in Edwards.
What is the racial composition of students in Edwards?
Edwards public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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