For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 5,244 students in 93003, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93003, CA are Mound Elementary School, Loma Vista Elementary School and Poinsettia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93003 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93003, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93003, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mound Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
455 South Hill Rd.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1886
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1886
Gr: K-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Loma Vista Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Lynn Dr.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 641-5443
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 641-5443
Gr: K-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Poinsettia Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
350 North Victoria Ave.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-7971
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-7971
Gr: K-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Portola Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6700 Eagle St.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1734
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1734
Gr: K-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Golden Valley Charter
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3585 Maple St. Ste. 101
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 642-3435
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 642-3435
Gr: K-12 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #66.
Montalvo Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2050 Grand Ave.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1872
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1872
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Homestead (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 Day Rd.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-7955
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-7955
Gr: K-8 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Balboa Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
247 Hill Rd.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1800
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #99.
Will Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
316 Howard St.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 641-5496
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 641-5496
Gr: K-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1010.
Lemon Grove
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 Valmore Ave.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1817
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1817
Gr: K-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #1111.
Anacapa Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 South Mills Rd.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-7900
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-7900
Gr: 6-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1212.
Elmhurst Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5080 Elmhurst St.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1860
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1860
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
93003, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Buena Vista High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
5670 Telegraph Rd.
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1825
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 289-1825
Gr: 9-12
Golden Valley Virtual Charter (Closed 2014)
Charter School
2421 Portola Rd
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 642-3435
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 642-3435
Gr: K-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Ventura Unified Community Day High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
3777 Dean Dr
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 641-5202
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 641-5202
Gr: 9-12
Ventura Unified Community Day Middle School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
3777 Dean Dr
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 641-5202
Ventura, CA 93003
(805) 641-5202
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 93003, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93003, CA include Mound Elementary School, Loma Vista Elementary School and Poinsettia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93003?
12 public elementary schools are located in 93003.
What is the racial composition of students in 93003?
93003 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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