For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 7,151 students in 93638, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 93638, CA are Sherman Thomas Stem Academy, Berenda Elementary School and James Monroe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93638 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93638, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93638, CA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
51 E. Adell St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 871-5490
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 871-5490
Grades: 6-8
| 75 students
Rank: #22.
Berenda Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
26820 Club Dr.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-3325
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-3325
Grades: K-6
| 758 students
Rank: #33.
James Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1819 N. Lake St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-5679
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-5679
Grades: K-6
| 625 students
Rank: #44.
John J. Pershing Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1505 E. Ellis St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-9741
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-9741
Grades: K-6
| 688 students
Rank: #55.
Virginia Lee Rose Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Lilly St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 662-2662
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 662-2662
Grades: K-6
| 734 students
Rank: #66.
Nishimoto Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
26460 Martin St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-8110
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-8110
Grades: K-6
| 703 students
Rank: #77.
George Washington Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
509 E. S. St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-6705
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-6705
Grades: K-6
| 639 students
Rank: #88.
Sherman Thomas Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 W. Adell St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-1192
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-1192
Grades: K-8
| 212 students
Rank: #99.
Ezequiel Tafoya Alvarado Academy
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26247 Ellis St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 675-2070
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 675-2070
Grades: K-8
| 615 students
Rank: #1010.
Millview Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1609 Clinton St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-8509
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-8509
Grades: K-6
| 671 students
Rank: #1111.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 E. Pecan
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-9701
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-9701
Grades: K-6
| 724 students
Rank: #1212.
Sierra Vista Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
917 E. Olive Ave.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-8579
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-8579
Grades: K-6
| 707 students
93638, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Apollo Elementary Community Day (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
28198 Ave. 14
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 661-3570
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 661-3570
Grades: 1-6
| n/a students
Independence High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
37479 Ave. 12
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 645-7533
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 645-7533
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Juvenile Hall (Endeavorvoyager Secondary) High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
28261 Avenue 14
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 661-3570
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 661-3570
Grades: 7-12
| 83 students
Madera County Opportunity High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
28123 Ave 14
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-1600
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-1600
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Special Education (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
28123 Ave. 14
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 673-6051
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 673-6051
Grades: K-12
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 93638, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 93638, CA include Sherman Thomas Stem Academy, Berenda Elementary School and James Monroe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93638, CA?
12 public elementary schools are located in 93638, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in 93638, CA?
93638, CA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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