For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,212 students in 93534, CA (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,372 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 93534, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 93534, CA are Fulton And Alsbury Academy Of Arts And Engineering, Empower Generations and Rise. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93534 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93534, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93534, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fulton And Alsbury Academy Of Arts And Engineering
(Math: 41% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
831 East Ave. K-2
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 899-7836
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 899-7836
Gr: 6-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Empower Generations
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
44236 10th St. W. Ste. 105
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 429-3264
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 429-3264
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Rise
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
44231 Fig Ave.
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 940-4355
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 940-4355
Gr: K-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Mariposa Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
737 West Avenue H-6
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 942-0437
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 942-0437
Gr: K-6 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Desert View Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1555 West Avenue H-10
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 942-9521
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 942-9521
Gr: K-6 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Sierra Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
747 West Avenue J-12
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 942-9536
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 942-9536
Gr: K-5 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1235 West Kettering St.
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 942-1477
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 942-1477
Gr: K-5 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Sunnydale Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1233 West Avenue J-8
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 948-2636
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 948-2636
Gr: K-6 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Lancaster Alternative And Virtual Academies
Alternative School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
44034 13th St. West
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 488-7600
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 488-7600
Gr: K-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
The Leadership Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
44310 Hardwood Ave.
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 726-5454
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 726-5454
Gr: K-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
93534, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
44514 20th St. East
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 317-9236
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 317-9236
Gr: K-8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 105:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
6300 West Ave. L
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 722-4421
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 722-4421
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93534, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93534, CA include Fulton And Alsbury Academy Of Arts And Engineering, Empower Generations and Rise.
How many public schools are located in 93534?
10 public schools are located in 93534.
What percentage of students in 93534 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 93534 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93534?
93534 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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