For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 597 students in Avery, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Avery, CA are Albert A. Michelson Elementary School, Avery Middle School and Hazel Fischer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Avery, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Avery have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Avery, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albert A. Michelson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
196 Pennsylvania Gulch Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 728-3441
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 728-3441
Gr: K-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Avery Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4545 Moran Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8520
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8520
Gr: 6-8 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Hazel Fischer Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1605 Blagen Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8030
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8030
Gr: K-5 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Avery, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Avery, CA include Albert A. Michelson Elementary School, Avery Middle School and Hazel Fischer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Avery?
3 public schools are located in Avery.
What is the racial composition of students in Avery?
Avery public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Avery are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Avery include: Hazel Fischer Elementary School vs. Albert A. Michelson Elementary School, Albert A. Michelson Elementary School vs. Hazel Fischer Elementary School
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