For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 37 students in 95043, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 95043, CA are Willow Grove Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95043 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95043, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95043, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Grove Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11655 Airline Hwy.
Paicines, CA 95043
(831) 628-3256
Paicines, CA 95043
(831) 628-3256
Gr: K-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
221 Old Hernandez Rd.
Paicines, CA 95043
(831) 389-4593
Paicines, CA 95043
(831) 389-4593
Gr: K-8 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: n/an/a
31441 Panoche Rd.
Paicines, CA 95043
(831) 628-3438
Paicines, CA 95043
(831) 628-3438
Gr: K-8 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95043, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95043, CA include Willow Grove Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95043?
3 public schools are located in 95043.
What is the racial composition of students in 95043?
95043 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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