For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,774 students in 93636, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 7 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 93636, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 93636, CA are Stone Creek Elementary School, Ranchos Middle School and Webster Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93636 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93636, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93636, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stone Creek Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
760 Market Ave.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3530
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3530
Gr: K-6 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Ranchos Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12455 Road 35 1/2
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3550
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3550
Gr: 7-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
36477 Ruth Ave.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3540
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3540
Gr: K-6 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Centennial Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12150 Road 36
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: 1-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Sierra View Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16436 Paula Rd.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3560
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3560
Gr: K-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Liberty High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12220 Road 36
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3500
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
Freedom Home
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16362 Paula Rd.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3590
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3590
Gr: K-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #88.
Independence Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12150 Road 36
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Lincoln Community Day
Alternative School
12150 Road 36
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
9300 Valley Children's Pl. Ste
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: K-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
93636, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Valley Teen Ranch Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
10535 Rd. 35
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: 7-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 93636, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93636, CA include Stone Creek Elementary School, Ranchos Middle School and Webster Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93636?
10 public schools are located in 93636.
What percentage of students in 93636 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 93636 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93636?
93636 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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