For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,609 students in Shafter, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 31 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Shafter, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Shafter, CA are Maple Elementary School, Golden Oak Elementary School and Shafter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shafter, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Shafter have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Shafter, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maple Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
29161 Fresno Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4439
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4439
Grades: K-8
| 294 students
Rank: #22.
Golden Oak Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
190 S. Wall
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8670
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8670
Grades: K-6
| 729 students
Rank: #33.
Shafter High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
526 Mannel Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4961
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4961
Grades: 9-12
| 1,651 students
Rank: #44.
Sequoia Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 E. Fresno Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8740
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8740
Grades: K-6
| 585 students
Rank: #55.
Richland Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
331 Shafter Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8630
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8630
Grades: 7-8
| 589 students
Rank: #66.
Redwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
331 N. Shafter Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8650
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8650
Grades: K-6
| 672 students
Rank: #77.
Central Valley High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
526 Mannel Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4281
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4281
Grades: 9-12
| 89 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Shafter, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Shafter, CA include Maple Elementary School, Golden Oak Elementary School and Shafter High School.
How many public schools are located in Shafter?
7 public schools are located in Shafter.
What percentage of students in Shafter go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Shafter are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Shafter?
Shafter public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Shafter are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Shafter include: Golden Oak Elementary School vs. Sequoia Elementary School, Sequoia Elementary School vs. Golden Oak Elementary School, Golden Oak Elementary School vs. Redwood Elementary School
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