For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,014 students in 93609, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93609, CA are Alvina Elementary Charter and Caruthers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93609 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93609, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93609, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alvina Elementary Charter
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
295 West Saginaw Ave.
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-9411
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-9411
Gr: K-8 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Caruthers Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13699 South Quince, Quince Ave
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-6500
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-6500
Gr: K-8 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
93609, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Marc Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
2580 West Tahoe Ave.
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 495-6429
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 495-6429
Gr: 7-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 93609, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93609, CA include Alvina Elementary Charter and Caruthers Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93609?
2 public elementary schools are located in 93609.
What is the racial composition of students in 93609?
93609 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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