For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,627 students in Gustine, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 147 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Gustine, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Gustine, CA are Pioneer High (Continuation School), Romero Elementary School and Gustine High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gustine, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Gustine have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gustine, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pioneer High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 North Ave.
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-6414
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-6414
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
Romero Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13500 West Luis Rd.
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-6177
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-6177
Gr: K-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Gustine High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 North Ave.
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-6414
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-6414
Gr: 9-12 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Gustine Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28075 Sullivan Rd.
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-5030
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-5030
Gr: 6-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Gustine Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2806 West Grove Ave.
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-6496
Gustine, CA 95322
(209) 854-6496
Gr: K-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gustine, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Gustine, CA include Pioneer High (Continuation School), Romero Elementary School and Gustine High School.
How many public schools are located in Gustine?
6 public schools are located in Gustine.
What percentage of students in Gustine go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Gustine are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Gustine?
Gustine public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Gustine are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Gustine include: Gustine Elementary School vs. Gustine High School, Gustine Elementary School vs. Gustine Middle School, Gustine Middle School vs. Gustine Elementary School
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