For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,193 students in 93555, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 464 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 93555, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 93555, CA are Burroughs High School, Gateway Elementary School and Las Flores Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93555 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93555, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93555, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burroughs High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 East French St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1800
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,518 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Gateway Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 South Gateway
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1850
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1850
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Las Flores Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
720 West Las Flores
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1860
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1860
Gr: K-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
348 Rowe St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1840
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1840
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Faller Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 West Upjohn St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1690
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1690
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Murray Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 East Drummond Ave.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1820
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1820
Gr: 6-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Ridgecrest Elementary Academy For Language Music And Sci
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
325 South Downs St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-1010
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-1010
Gr: K-6 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #88.
James Monroe Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
340 West Church St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1830
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1830
Gr: 6-8 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #99.
Mesquite Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
140 West Drummond
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1810
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1810
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1010.
Pierce Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
674 North Gold Canyon
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1670
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1670
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 93555, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93555, CA include Burroughs High School, Gateway Elementary School and Las Flores Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93555?
11 public schools are located in 93555.
What percentage of students in 93555 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 93555 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93555?
93555 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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