Best 93523 California Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 754 students in 93523, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93523, CA are William A. Bailey Elementary School and Irving L. Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93523 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93523, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 93523, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William A. Bailey Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1565 Bailey Ave.
Edwards, CA 93523
(760) 306-4991
Gr: K-2 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Irving L. Branch Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1577 Payne Ave.
Edwards, CA 93523
(760) 306-4966
Gr: 3-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 93523, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93523, CA include William A. Bailey Elementary School and Irving L. Branch Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93523?
2 public elementary schools are located in 93523.
What is the racial composition of students in 93523?
93523 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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