For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,751 students in 95356, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,178 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 95356, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 95356, CA are Agnes M. Baptist Elementary School, Independence Charter and Stanislaus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95356 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95356, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95356, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Agnes M. Baptist Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1825 Cheyenne Way
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-0450
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-0450
Grades: K-6
| 636 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Charter
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3920 Blue Bird Dr.
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-4415
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-4415
Grades: K-8
| 30 students
Rank: #33.
Stanislaus Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1931 Kiernan Ave.
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-0718
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-0718
Grades: K-6
| 292 students
Rank: #44.
Joseph A. Gregori High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3701 Pirrone Rd.
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 574-1738
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 574-1738
Grades: 9-12
| 2,414 students
Rank: #55.
Mildred Perkins Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Blue Bird Dr.
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-4415
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-4415
Grades: K-5
| 379 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 95356, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 95356, CA include Agnes M. Baptist Elementary School, Independence Charter and Stanislaus Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95356?
5 public schools are located in 95356.
What percentage of students in 95356 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 95356 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95356?
95356 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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