For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 12,022 students in 95355, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 74 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 95355, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95355, CA are Lakewood Elementary School, Elizabeth Ustach Middle School and Sonoma Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95355 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95355, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95355, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2920 Middleboro Pl.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-8152
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-8152
Gr: K-6 | 401 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Elizabeth Ustach Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2701 Kodiak Dr.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 552-3000
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 552-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 1,023 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Sonoma Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1325 Sonoma Ave.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-8432
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-8432
Gr: K-6 | 513 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
James C. Enochs High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3201 Sylvan Ave.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-1719
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-1719
Gr: 9-12 | 2,369 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Mary Ann Sanders Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3101 Fine Ave.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 552-3200
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 552-3200
Gr: K-5 | 613 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Freedom Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 Fine Ave.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 552-3400
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 552-3400
Gr: K-5 | 647 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #77.
Stockard Coffee Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3900 Northview Dr.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-5500
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-5500
Gr: K-5 | 466 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #88.
Fred C. Beyer High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1717 Sylvan Ave.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-1647
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-1647
Gr: 9-12 | 1,590 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #99.
Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Wisdom Way
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 552-3100
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 552-3100
Gr: K-5 | 604 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1010.
Christine Sipherd Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3420 East Orangeburg Ave.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 524-4844
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 524-4844
Gr: K-6 | 484 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #1111.
Sylvan Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2908 Coffee Rd.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-5600
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-5600
Gr: K-5 | 320 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1212.
Rose Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1120 Rose Ave.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-8412
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-8412
Gr: K-6 | 530 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1313.
Thomas Downey High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Coffee Rd.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-1685
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-1685
Gr: 9-12 | 2,055 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1414.
Coleman F. Brown Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2024 Vera Cruz Dr.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-5100
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 574-5100
Gr: K-5 | 407 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
95355, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
University Charter (Closed 2009)
Charter School
3313 Coffee Rd.
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 544-8722
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 544-8722
Gr: K-8 | 290 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95355, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95355, CA include Lakewood Elementary School, Elizabeth Ustach Middle School and Sonoma Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95355?
14 public schools are located in 95355.
What percentage of students in 95355 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 95355 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95355?
95355 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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