For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,204 students in 93942, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93942, CA are Monte Vista and George C. Marshall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93942 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93942, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93942, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monte Vista
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Toda Vista Dr.
Monterey, CA 93942
(831) 392-3890
Monterey, CA 93942
(831) 392-3890
Gr: K-8 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
George C. Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
225 Normandy Rd.
Monterey, CA 93942
(831) 899-7052
Monterey, CA 93942
(831) 899-7052
Gr: K-6 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 93942, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93942, CA include Monte Vista and George C. Marshall Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93942?
2 public elementary schools are located in 93942.
What is the racial composition of students in 93942?
93942 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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