For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,062 students in 95242, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95242, CA are Vinewood Elementary School, Ellerth E. Larson Elementary School and Erma B. Reese Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95242 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95242, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95242, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vinewood Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 West Tokay St.
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7445
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7445
Gr: K-6 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Ellerth E. Larson Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2375 Giannoni Way
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-8391
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-8391
Gr: K-6 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Erma B. Reese Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 West Elm St.
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7424
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7424
Gr: K-6 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Vista Oaks Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 South Lower Sacramento Ste
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 365-4060
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 365-4060
Gr: K-12 | 999 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 North Ham Ln.
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7348
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-7348
Gr: K-6 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Independence
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13451 North Extension Rd.
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-8275
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-8275
Gr: K-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Woodbridge
(Math: 29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1290 Lilac St.
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-8160
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 331-8160
Gr: K-6 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95242, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95242, CA include Vinewood Elementary School, Ellerth E. Larson Elementary School and Erma B. Reese Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95242?
7 public elementary schools are located in 95242.
What is the racial composition of students in 95242?
95242 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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