For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,014 students in 93609, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 93609, CA are Alvina Elementary Charter and Caruthers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 93609 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 93609, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93609, CA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alvina Elementary Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
295 West Saginaw Ave.
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-9411
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-9411
Grades: K-8
| 176 students
Rank: #22.
Caruthers Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13699 South Quince, Quince Ave
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-6500
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 864-6500
Grades: K-8
| 838 students
93609, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Marc Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
2580 West Tahoe Ave.
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 495-6429
Caruthers, CA 93609
(559) 495-6429
Grades: 7-12
| 25 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 93609, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 93609, CA include Alvina Elementary Charter and Caruthers Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 93609?
2 public middle schools are located in 93609.
What is the racial composition of students in 93609?
93609 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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