For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,959 students in 94086, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 692 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 94086, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 94086, CA are Ponderosa Elementary School, Braly Elementary School and Ellis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94086 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94086, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94086, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ponderosa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
804 Ponderosa Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-4000
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-4000
Grades: K-5
| 501 students
Rank: #22.
Braly Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
675 Gail Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-1000
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-1000
Grades: K-5
| 352 students
Rank: #33.
Ellis Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
550 E. Olive Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8260
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8260
Grades: K-5
| 695 students
Rank: #44.
Vargas Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1054 Carson Dr.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8267
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8267
Grades: K-5
| 411 students
94086, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Adair Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
819 West Iowa Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-9230
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-9230
Grades: 6-8
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94086, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94086, CA include Ponderosa Elementary School, Braly Elementary School and Ellis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94086?
4 public schools are located in 94086.
What percentage of students in 94086 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 94086 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94086?
94086 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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