For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,572 students in 93555, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 93555, CA are Gateway Elementary School, Las Flores Elementary School and Richmond Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93555 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93555, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93555, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: K-5
| 371 students
Rank: #22.
Las Flores Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
720 West Las Flores
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1860
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1860
Grades: K-5
| 550 students
Rank: #33.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
348 Rowe St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1840
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1840
Grades: K-5
| 377 students
Rank: #44.
Faller Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 West Upjohn St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1690
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1690
Grades: K-5
| 504 students
Rank: #55.
Murray Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 East Drummond Ave.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1820
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1820
Grades: 6-8
| 686 students
Rank: #66.
James Monroe Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
340 West Church St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1830
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1830
Grades: 6-8
| 542 students
Rank: #77.
Ridgecrest Elementary Academy For Language Music And Sci
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
325 South Downs St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-1010
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-1010
Grades: K-6
| 224 students
Rank: #88.
Pierce Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 93555, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 93555, CA include Gateway Elementary School, Las Flores Elementary School and Richmond Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93555?
8 public elementary schools are located in 93555.
What is the racial composition of students in 93555?
93555 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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