For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 7,625 students in 95209, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 95209, CA are Elkhorn, John Muir Elementary School and Julia Morgan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 95209 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 95209, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 95209, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elkhorn
(Math: 89% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10505 North Davis Rd.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8312
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8312
Gr: 4-8 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
John Muir Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2303 Whistler Way
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8106
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8106
Gr: K-6 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Julia Morgan Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3777 A. G. Spanos Blvd.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8453
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8453
Gr: K-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Podesta Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9950 Windmill Park Dr.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8543
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8543
Gr: K-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Christa Mcauliffe Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3880 Iron Canyon Cir.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-9431
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-9431
Gr: 7-8 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Bear Creek High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10555 Thornton Rd.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8234
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8234
Gr: 9-12 | 1,925 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Colonial Heights
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8135 Balboa Ave.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8783
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8783
Gr: K-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #88.
Wagner-holt Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8778 Brattle Pl.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8407
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8407
Gr: K-6 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3203 Sanguinetti Ln.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 933-7205
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 933-7205
Gr: K-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1315 Woodcreek Way
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8392
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8392
Gr: K-6 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1111.
Creekside Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2515 Estate Dr.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8285
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8285
Gr: K-6 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1212.
Delta Sierra Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2255 Wagner Heights Rd.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8510
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8510
Gr: 7-8 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1313.
Plaza Robles Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9434 Thornton Rd.
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8068
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 953-8068
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 95209, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 95209, CA include Elkhorn, John Muir Elementary School and Julia Morgan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 95209?
13 public schools are located in 95209.
What is the racial composition of students in 95209?
95209 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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