For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,445 students in 95354, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95354, CA are Enslen Elementary School, El Vista Elementary School and Capistrano Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95354 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95354, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95354, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Enslen Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
515 Coldwell Ave.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1982
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1982
Gr: K-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
El Vista Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
450 El Vista Ave.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1972
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-1972
Gr: K-6 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Capistrano Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Capistrano Dr.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 521-8664
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 521-8664
Gr: K-6 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Wilson Ave.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-8452
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-8452
Gr: K-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Orville Wright Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1602 Monterey St.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-8462
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 574-8462
Gr: K-6 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Stanislaus County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1336 Stonum Rd.
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 541-2217
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 541-2217
Gr: K-12 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95354, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95354, CA include Enslen Elementary School, El Vista Elementary School and Capistrano Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95354?
6 public elementary schools are located in 95354.
What is the racial composition of students in 95354?
95354 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.