For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,815 students in 94550, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94550, CA are Emma C. Smith Elementary School, Sunset Elementary School and William Mendenhall Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 94550 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94550, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94550, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emma C. Smith Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
391 Ontario Dr.
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4750
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4750
Gr: K-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1671 Frankfurt Way
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-5230
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-5230
Gr: K-5 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
William Mendenhall Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1701 El Padro Dr.
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4731
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4731
Gr: 6-8 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Jackson Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
554 Jackson Ave.
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4717
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4717
Gr: K-5 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Arroyo Seco Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5280 Irene Way
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4700
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4700
Gr: K-5 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Joe Michell
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 Elaine Ave.
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4738
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4738
Gr: K-8 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #77.
Vineyard Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2253 Fifth St.
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4709
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4709
Gr: K-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
East Avenue Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3951 East Ave.
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4711
Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-4711
Gr: 6-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 94550, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94550, CA include Emma C. Smith Elementary School, Sunset Elementary School and William Mendenhall Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94550?
8 public elementary schools are located in 94550.
What is the racial composition of students in 94550?
94550 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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