For the 2024 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 8,782 students in 95340, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 872 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 95340, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95340, CA are Luther Burbank Elementary School, Independence High (Alternative) and Merced County Juvenile Court. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95340 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 95340, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95340, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Luther Burbank Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 63% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
609 E. Alexander Ave.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6674
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6674
Grades: K-6
| 647 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Independence High (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1900 G St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 325-1600
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 325-1600
Grades: 9-12
| 192 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Merced County Juvenile Court
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2840 W. Sandy Mush Rd.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 381-1414
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 381-1414
Grades: K-12
| 24 students
Rank: #44.
Allan Peterson Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 61% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
848 E. Donna Dr.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6700
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6700
Grades: K-6
| 559 students
Rank: #55.
Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 59% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3200 Parsons Ave.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6620
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6620
Grades: K-6
| 675 students
Rank: #66.
Merced City School District Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 Mercy Ave.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6647
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6647
Grades: K-6
| 12 students
Rank: #77.
Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Mercy Ave.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6330
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6330
Grades: 7-8
| 617 students
Rank: #88.
Ada Givens Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Green St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6610
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6610
Grades: K-6
| 614 students
Rank: #99.
John C. Fremont Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2150 S St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6627
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6627
Grades: K-6
| 545 students
Rank: #1010.
John Muir Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 W. 26th St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6667
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6667
Grades: K-6
| 586 students
Rank: #1111.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 41% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 E. 26th St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6631
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6631
Grades: 7-8
| 620 students
Rank: #1212.
Charles Wright Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
900 E. 20th St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6615
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6615
Grades: K-6
| 569 students
Rank: #1313.
Leontine Gracey Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
945 W. Ave.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6710
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6710
Grades: K-6
| 525 students
Rank: #1414.
Alicia Reyes Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
123 S. N St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6761
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6761
Grades: K-6
| 639 students
Rank: #1515.
Margaret Sheehy Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1240 W. Sixth St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6676
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6676
Grades: K-6
| 565 students
Rank: #1616.
Don Stowell Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
251 E. 11th St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 381-2803
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 381-2803
Grades: K-6
| 532 students
Rank: #1717.
Tenaya Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
760 W. Eighth St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6687
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6687
Grades: 7-8
| 563 students
Rank: #1818.
Yosemite High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 G St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 325-1600
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 325-1600
Grades: 9-12
| 298 students
95340, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1180 E St.
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6638
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 385-6638
Grades: K-8
| 200 students
Valley Livingston Community Day School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
632 West 13th St. Merced Count
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 394-1246
Merced, CA 95340
(209) 394-1246
Grades: 9-12
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95340, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95340, CA include Luther Burbank Elementary School, Independence High (Alternative) and Merced County Juvenile Court.
How many public schools are located in 95340, CA?
18 public schools are located in 95340, CA.
What percentage of students in 95340, CA go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 95340, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95340, CA?
95340, CA public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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