For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 155 students in 96020, CA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 96020, CA is Chester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 96020 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96020, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96020, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
158 Aspen St.
Chester, CA 96020
(530) 258-3194
Chester, CA 96020
(530) 258-3194
Gr: K-6 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 96020, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96020, CA include Chester Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96020?
1 public elementary schools are located in 96020.
What is the racial composition of students in 96020?
96020 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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