For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,621 students in 95356, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,183 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 95356, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 95356, CA are Agnes M. Baptist Elementary School, Stanislaus Elementary School and Joseph A. Gregori High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95356 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95356, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95356, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Agnes M. Baptist Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1825 Cheyenne Way
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-0450
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-0450
Gr: K-6 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Stanislaus Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1931 Kiernan Ave.
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-0718
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-0718
Gr: K-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Joseph A. Gregori High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3701 Pirrone Rd.
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 574-1738
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 574-1738
Gr: 9-12 | 2,346 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Mildred Perkins Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Blue Bird Dr.
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-4415
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 545-4415
Gr: K-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95356, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95356, CA include Agnes M. Baptist Elementary School, Stanislaus Elementary School and Joseph A. Gregori High School.
How many public schools are located in 95356?
4 public schools are located in 95356.
What percentage of students in 95356 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 95356 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 95356?
95356 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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