For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,792 students in Escalon, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Escalon, CA are Van Allen Elementary School, Escalon Charter Academy and El Portal Middle 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 32% (versus the California public school average of 34%), 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Escalon, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Allen Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21051 East Highway 120
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-2931
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-2931
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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
Gr: K-12 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
El Portal Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
805 First St.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Gr: 6-8 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Escalon High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1528 East Yosemite Ave.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7073
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7073
Gr: 9-12 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Dent Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1998 Yosemite Ave.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7031
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7031
Gr: K-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Escalon, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Escalon Unified Community Day (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
805 First St.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Gr: 6 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 37%
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 El Portal Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Escalon?
6 public schools are located in Escalon.
What is the racial composition of students in Escalon?
Escalon public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Escalon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Escalon include: Dent Elementary School vs. Van Allen Elementary School, Escalon Charter Academy vs. Van Allen Elementary School, Van Allen Elementary School vs. Dent Elementary School
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