For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,676 students in 95368, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 95368, CA are Dena Boer Elementary School, Sisk Elementary School and Salida Middle School - Vella Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95368 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95368, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95368, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dena Boer Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4801 Gold Valley Rd.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 543-8163
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 543-8163
Gr: K-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Sisk Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5337 Sugar Creek Ln.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1671
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1671
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Salida Middle School - Vella Campus
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5041 Toomes Rd.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1633
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-1633
Gr: 6-8 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Salida Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4519 Finney Rd.
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-9394
Salida, CA 95368
(209) 545-9394
Gr: K-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95368, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95368, CA include Dena Boer Elementary School, Sisk Elementary School and Salida Middle School - Vella Campus.
How many public schools are located in 95368?
4 public schools are located in 95368.
What is the racial composition of students in 95368?
95368 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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