For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,049 students in 94086, CA (there are , serving 722 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 94086, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 94086, CA are Ponderosa Elementary School, Braly Elementary School and Ellis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 94086 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94086, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94086, CA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ponderosa Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
804 Ponderosa Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-4000
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-4000
Gr: K-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Braly Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
675 Gail Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-1000
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 423-1000
Gr: K-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Ellis Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
550 East Olive Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8260
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8260
Gr: K-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Vargas Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1054 Carson Dr.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8267
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-8267
Gr: K-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
94086, California ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Adair Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
819 West Iowa Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-9230
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 522-9230
Gr: 6-8 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94086, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94086, CA include Ponderosa Elementary School, Braly Elementary School and Ellis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 94086?
4 public schools are located in 94086.
What percentage of students in 94086 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 94086 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94086?
94086 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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