For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,152 students in 94530, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 890 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 94530, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 94530, CA are Madera Elementary School, Harding Elementary School and El Cerrito High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94530 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94530, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94530, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Madera Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8500 Madera Dr.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1412
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1412
Grades: K-6
| 465 students
Rank: #22.
Harding Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7230 Fairmont Ave.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1413
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1413
Grades: K-6
| 475 students
Rank: #33.
El Cerrito High School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
540 Ashbury Ave.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1437
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1437
Grades: 9-12
| 1,522 students
Rank: #44.
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7125 Donal Ave.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1449
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1449
Grades: 7-8
| 681 students
Rank: #55.
Fairmont Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
724 Kearney St.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1448
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 231-1448
Grades: K-6
| 503 students
Rank: #66.
Summit Public School K2
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Elm St.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 374-4093
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 374-4093
Grades: 7-12
| 506 students
94530, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7125 Donal Ave.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 234-6200
El Cerrito, CA 94530
(510) 234-6200
Grades: K-6
| 249 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94530, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94530, CA include Madera Elementary School, Harding Elementary School and El Cerrito High School.
How many public schools are located in 94530?
7 public schools are located in 94530.
What percentage of students in 94530 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 94530 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94530?
94530 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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