For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,323 students in Guadalupe, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Guadalupe, CA are Kermit Mckenzie Intermediate and Mary Buren Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Guadalupe, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Guadalupe have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Guadalupe, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kermit Mckenzie Intermediate
(Math: 12% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4710 West Main St.
Guadalupe, CA 93434
(805) 343-1951
Guadalupe, CA 93434
(805) 343-1951
Gr: 4-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Mary Buren Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Peralta St.
Guadalupe, CA 93434
(805) 343-2411
Guadalupe, CA 93434
(805) 343-2411
Gr: K-4 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Guadalupe, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Guadalupe, CA include Kermit Mckenzie Intermediate and Mary Buren Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Guadalupe?
4 public schools are located in Guadalupe.
What is the racial composition of students in Guadalupe?
Guadalupe public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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