For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,564 students in Martinez, CA (there are , serving 326 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Martinez, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Martinez, CA are Morello Park Elementary School, John Swett Elementary School and Hidden Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Martinez, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Martinez have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Martinez, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Morello Park Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1200 Morello Park Dr.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5840
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5840
Grades: K-5
| 500 students
Rank: #22.
John Swett Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4955 Alhambra Valley Rd.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5860
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5860
Grades: K-5
| 534 students
Rank: #33.
Hidden Valley Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Glacier Dr.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 228-9530
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 228-9530
Grades: K-5
| 814 students
Rank: #44.
Alhambra Senior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 E St.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5810
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5810
Grades: 9-12
| 1,070 students
Rank: #55.
John Muir Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 Vista Way
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5850
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5850
Grades: K-5
| 415 students
Rank: #66.
Martinez Junior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 Ct. St.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5820
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5820
Grades: 6-8
| 803 students
Rank: #77.
Las Juntas Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4105 Pacheco Blvd.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5830
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5830
Grades: K-5
| 346 students
Rank: #88.
Vicente Martinez High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
925 Susana St.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5880
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5880
Grades: 9-12
| 46 students
Rank: #99.
Mt. Mckinley
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
202 Glacier Dr.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 957-2767
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 957-2767
Grades: 7-12
| 36 students
921 Susana St.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5910
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5910
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Martinez, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Briones (Alternative) (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
925 Susana St.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5800
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 335-5800
Grades: K-12
| 44 students
East Gate Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
222 Glacier Dr.
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 313-2950
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 313-2950
Grades: 6-12
| 140 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Martinez, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Martinez, CA include Morello Park Elementary School, John Swett Elementary School and Hidden Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Martinez?
10 public schools are located in Martinez.
What percentage of students in Martinez go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Martinez are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Martinez?
Martinez public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Martinez are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Martinez include: Morello Park Elementary School vs. John Muir Elementary School, John Muir Elementary School vs. Morello Park Elementary School, John Swett Elementary School vs. John Muir Elementary School
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