For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 410 students in 96035, CA.
The top-ranked public school in 96035, CA is Gerber Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 96035 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96035, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 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 96035, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gerber Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
23014 Chard Ave.
Gerber, CA 96035
(530) 385-1041
Gerber, CA 96035
(530) 385-1041
Gr: K-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
96035, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gerber Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
23014 Chard Ave.
Gerber, CA 96035
(530) 385-1041
Gerber, CA 96035
(530) 385-1041
Gr: 4-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96035, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 96035, CA include Gerber Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96035?
1 public schools are located in 96035.
What is the racial composition of students in 96035?
96035 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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