For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,558 students in Shafter, CA (there are , serving 31 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Shafter, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Shafter, CA are Maple Elementary School, Golden Oak Elementary School and Sequoia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shafter, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Shafter have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Shafter, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maple Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
29161 Fresno Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4439
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4439
Grades: K-8
| 285 students
Rank: #22.
Golden Oak Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
190 South Wall
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8670
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8670
Grades: K-6
| 713 students
Rank: #33.
Sequoia Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 East Fresno Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8740
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8740
Grades: K-6
| 588 students
Rank: #44.
Shafter High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
526 Mannel Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4961
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4961
Grades: 9-12
| 1,655 students
Rank: #55.
Richland Junior High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
331 Shafter Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8630
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8630
Grades: 7-8
| 585 students
Rank: #66.
Redwood Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
331 North Shafter Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8650
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-8650
Grades: K-6
| 637 students
Rank: #77.
Central Valley High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
526 Mannel Ave.
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4281
Shafter, CA 93263
(661) 746-4281
Grades: 9-12
| 95 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Shafter, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Shafter, CA include Maple Elementary School, Golden Oak Elementary School and Sequoia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Shafter?
7 public schools are located in Shafter.
What percentage of students in Shafter go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Shafter are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Shafter?
Shafter public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Shafter are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Shafter include: Redwood Elementary School vs. Golden Oak Elementary School, Sequoia Elementary School vs. Golden Oak Elementary School, Golden Oak Elementary School vs. Sequoia Elementary School
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