For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,108 students in 94086, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94086, CA are Ponderosa Elementary School, Braly Elementary School and Ellis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 94086 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94086, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94086, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ponderosa Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
804 Ponderosa Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-4000
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-4000
Gr: K-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Braly Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
675 Gail Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-1000
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-1000
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Ellis Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
550 East Olive Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8260
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8260
Gr: K-5 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Vargas Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1054 Carson Dr.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8267
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8267
Gr: K-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
94086, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Adair Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
819 West Iowa Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-9230
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-9230
Gr: 6-8 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 94086, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94086, CA include Ponderosa Elementary School, Braly Elementary School and Ellis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94086?
4 public elementary schools are located in 94086.
What is the racial composition of students in 94086?
94086 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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