Best 93239 California Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,047 students in 93239, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 93239, CA are John F. Kennedy Middle School and Kettleman City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93239 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93239, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 93239, CA Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F. Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2521 Goodwin Ave.
Kettleman City, CA 93239
(650) 482-2409
Gr: 6-8 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Kettleman City Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
701 General Petroleum St.
Kettleman City, CA 93239
(559) 386-5702
Gr: K-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: n/an/a
Adelante High School
Alternative School
701 General Petroleum St.
Kettleman City, CA 93239
(559) 386-9081
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 93239, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93239, CA include John F. Kennedy Middle School and Kettleman City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93239?
3 public schools are located in 93239.
What is the racial composition of students in 93239?
93239 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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