For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,421 students in Ridgecrest, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ridgecrest, CA are Gateway Elementary School, Las Flores Elementary School and Richmond Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ridgecrest, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ridgecrest have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Ridgecrest, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gateway Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 South Gateway
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1850
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1850
Gr: K-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Las Flores Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
720 West Las Flores
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1860
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1860
Gr: K-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
348 Rowe St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1840
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1840
Gr: K-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Faller Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 West Upjohn St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1690
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1690
Gr: K-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Murray Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 East Drummond Ave.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1820
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1820
Gr: 6-8 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Ridgecrest Elementary Academy For Language Music And Sci
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
325 South Downs St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-1010
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 375-1010
Gr: K-6 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #77.
James Monroe Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
340 West Church St.
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1830
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1830
Gr: 6-8 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #88.
Pierce Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
674 North Gold Canyon
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1670
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 499-1670
Gr: K-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Ridgecrest, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ridgecrest, CA include Gateway Elementary School, Las Flores Elementary School and Richmond Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ridgecrest?
8 public elementary schools are located in Ridgecrest.
What is the racial composition of students in Ridgecrest?
Ridgecrest public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Ridgecrest are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Ridgecrest include: James Monroe Middle School vs. Murray Middle School, Murray Middle School vs. James Monroe Middle School, Las Flores Elementary School vs. Richmond Elementary School
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