For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,399 students in 95361, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95361, CA are Sierra View Elementary School, Knights Ferry Elementary School and Fair Oaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 95361 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 95361, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95361, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sierra View Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1323 East J St.
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 848-4200
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 848-4200
Gr: K-6 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Knights Ferry Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12726 Dent St.
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 881-3382
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 881-3382
Gr: K-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Fair Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
151 North Lee Ave.
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-0391
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-0391
Gr: K-6 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Cloverland Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 East Johnson St.
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-4276
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-4276
Gr: K-6 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Valley Home Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13231 Pioneer Ave.
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-0117
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-0117
Gr: K-8 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
739 Magnolia St.
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-3056
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-3056
Gr: K-6 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Valley Oak Online Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Hinkley Ave.
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-3097
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-3097
Gr: K-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Mesa Verde Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4850 Mesa Dr.
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 869-7320
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 869-7320
Gr: K-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
95361, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Valley Home Community Day (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
13231 Pioneer Ave
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-0117
Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 847-0117
Gr: 4-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 95361, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 95361, CA include Sierra View Elementary School, Knights Ferry Elementary School and Fair Oaks Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 95361?
8 public elementary schools are located in 95361.
What is the racial composition of students in 95361?
95361 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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