For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,940 students in Escalon, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Escalon, CA are Van Allen Elementary School, Escalon Charter Academy and Dent Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Escalon, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Escalon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Escalon, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Van Allen Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21051 East Highway 120
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-2931
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-2931
Grades: K-5
| 309 students
Rank: #22.
Escalon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1520 Yosemite Ave.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-3591
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-3591
Grades: K-12
| 338 students
Rank: #33.
Dent Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1998 Yosemite Ave.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7031
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7031
Grades: K-5
| 690 students
Rank: #44.
El Portal Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
805 First St.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Grades: 6-8
| 603 students
Escalon, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Escalon Unified Community Day (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
805 First St.
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Escalon, CA 95320
(209) 838-7095
Grades: 6
| 19 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Escalon, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Escalon, CA include Van Allen Elementary School, Escalon Charter Academy and Dent Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Escalon?
4 public elementary schools are located in Escalon.
What is the racial composition of students in Escalon?
Escalon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Escalon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Escalon include: Dent Elementary School vs. Van Allen Elementary School, Van Allen Elementary School vs. Dent Elementary School, Escalon Charter Academy vs. Van Allen Elementary School
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