For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,661 students in Escalon, CA.
The top ranked public schools in Escalon, CA are Van Allen Elementary School, Escalon Charter Academy and Dent Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Escalon, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Escalon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Escalon, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Van Allen Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21051 E. Highway 120
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-2931
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-2931
Grades: K-5
| 307 students
Rank: #22.
Escalon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1520 Yosemite Ave.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-3591
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-3591
Grades: K-12
| 321 students
Rank: #33.
Dent Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1998 Yosemite Ave.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7031
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7031
Grades: K-5
| 616 students
Rank: #44.
Escalon High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1528 E. Yosemite Ave.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7073
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7073
Grades: 9-12
| 798 students
Rank: #55.
El Portal Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
805 First St.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Grades: 6-8
| 571 students
Rank: #66.
Vista High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1520 Yosemite Ave.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-1450
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-1450
Grades: 9-12
| 48 students
Escalon, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Escalon Unified Community Day (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
805 First St.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Grades: 6
| 19 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Escalon, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Escalon, CA include Van Allen Elementary School, Escalon Charter Academy and Dent Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Escalon, CA?
6 public schools are located in Escalon, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in Escalon, CA?
Escalon, CA public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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