Best 93636 California Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,062 students in 93636, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93636, CA are Stone Creek Elementary School, Webster Elementary School and Centennial Independent Study. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93636 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93636, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 93636, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stone Creek Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
760 Market Ave.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3530
Gr: K-6 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
36477 Ruth Ave.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3540
Gr: K-6 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Centennial Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12150 Road 36
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: 1-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Sierra View Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16436 Paula Rd.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3560
Gr: K-6 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
800 Treasure Hills Dr.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 822-4141
Gr: K-8 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Freedom Home
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
16362 Paula Rd.
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3590
Gr: K-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
9300 Valley Children's Pl. Ste
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 645-3580
Gr: K-12 | 3 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 93636, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93636, CA include Stone Creek Elementary School, Webster Elementary School and Centennial Independent Study.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93636?
7 public elementary schools are located in 93636.
What is the racial composition of students in 93636?
93636 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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