For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,234 students in 94560, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94560, CA are Birch Grove Intermediate, John F. Kennedy Elementary School and Birch Grove Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 94560 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94560, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94560, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birch Grove Intermediate
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
37490 Birch St.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3600
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3600
Gr: 3-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35430 Blackburn Dr.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3400
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3400
Gr: K-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Birch Grove Primary
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6071 Smith Ave.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3100
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3100
Gr: K-2 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
36111 Bettencourt St.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3500
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3500
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Newark Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6201 Lafayette Ave.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3000
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 980 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Crossroads High (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35753 Cedar Blvd.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3200
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3200
Gr: 6-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #77.
Coyote Hills Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
36270 Cherry St.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3300
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3300
Gr: K-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
August Schilling Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
36901 Spruce St.
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3800
Newark, CA 94560
(510) 818-3800
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 94560, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 94560, CA include Birch Grove Intermediate, John F. Kennedy Elementary School and Birch Grove Primary.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94560?
8 public elementary schools are located in 94560.
What is the racial composition of students in 94560?
94560 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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