For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,801 students in 95354, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 78 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 95354, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95354, CA are Enslen Elementary School, El Vista Elementary School and Capistrano Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95354 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95354, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95354, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Enslen Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
515 Coldwell Ave.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1982
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1982
Gr: K-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
El Vista Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
450 El Vista Ave.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1972
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1972
Gr: K-6 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Capistrano Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Capistrano Dr.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 521-8664
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 521-8664
Gr: K-6 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
La Loma Junior High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Encina Ave.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1906
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1906
Gr: 7-8 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Wilson Ave.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-8452
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-8452
Gr: K-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #66.
Orville Wright Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1602 Monterey St.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-8462
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-8462
Gr: K-6 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Stanislaus County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1336 Stonum Rd.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 541-2217
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 541-2217
Gr: K-12 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Stanislaus Alternative Charter
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1325 H St.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 238-8650
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 238-8650
Gr: 9-12 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95354, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95354, CA include Enslen Elementary School, El Vista Elementary School and Capistrano Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95354?
9 public schools are located in 95354.
What percentage of students in 95354 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 95354 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95354?
95354 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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