For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 171 students in 96020, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 96020, CA is Chester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 96020 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96020, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96020, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
158 Aspen St.
Chester, CA 96020
(530) 258-3194
Chester, CA 96020
(530) 258-3194
Gr: K-6 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 96020, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96020, CA include Chester Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96020?
1 public elementary schools are located in 96020.
What is the racial composition of students in 96020?
96020 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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