For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 242 students in 93461, CA.
The top ranked public schools in 93461, CA are Shandon High School and Shandon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93461 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93461, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93461, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shandon High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 South First St.
Shandon, CA 93461
(805) 238-0286
Shandon, CA 93461
(805) 238-0286
Grades: 9-12
| 85 students
Rank: #22.
Shandon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 South First St.
Shandon, CA 93461
(805) 238-1782
Shandon, CA 93461
(805) 238-1782
Grades: K-8
| 157 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 93461, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93461, CA include Shandon High School and Shandon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93461?
2 public schools are located in 93461.
What is the racial composition of students in 93461?
93461 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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