For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 7,122 students in 93638, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93638, CA are Sherman Thomas Stem Academy, James Monroe Elementary School and Berenda Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93638 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93638, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93638, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
51 E Adell St
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 598-0228
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 598-0228
Gr: 6-8 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
James Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1819 North Lake St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-5679
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-5679
Gr: K-6 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Berenda Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
26820 Club Dr.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-3325
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-3325
Gr: K-6 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
John J. Pershing Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1505 E. Ellis St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-9741
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-9741
Gr: K-6 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Virginia Lee Rose Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Lilly St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 662-2662
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 662-2662
Gr: K-6 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Millview Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1609 Clinton St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-8509
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-8509
Gr: K-6 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
George Washington Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
509 E. South St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-6705
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-6705
Gr: K-6 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Nishimoto Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26460 Martin St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-8110
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-8110
Gr: K-6 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Sherman Thomas Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 West Adell St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-1192
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-1192
Gr: K-8 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1010.
Liberty Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26247 Ellis St.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 675-2070
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 675-2070
Gr: K-8 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 East Pecan
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-9701
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 664-9701
Gr: K-6 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Sierra Vista Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
917 E. Olive Ave.
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-8579
Madera, CA 93638
(559) 674-8579
Gr: K-6 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 93638, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93638, CA include Sherman Thomas Stem Academy, James Monroe Elementary School and Berenda Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93638?
12 public elementary schools are located in 93638.
What is the racial composition of students in 93638?
93638 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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