California›Merced County›Merced
Best Schools in Merced, California
Compare 35 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
35
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
22,862
Total Students
Across Merced
21.4:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
35 schools found
Plainsburg Union Elementary
publicmiddleK-8
3708 South Plainsburg Rd., Merced, CA 95341
0
Rating
Students
113
Student-Teacher
19:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Joe Stefani
publicmiddleGrade 3-6
2768 Ranchero Ln., Merced, CA 95348
0
Rating
Students
641
Student-Teacher
27:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Rudolph Rivera Elementary
publicmiddleK-6
945 Buena Vista Dr., Merced, CA 95348
0
Rating
Students
917
Student-Teacher
27:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Golden Valley High
publichighGrade 9-12
2121 East Childs Ave., Merced, CA 95344
0
Rating
Students
1,917
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Sequoia High
publichighGrade 9-12
1900 G St., Merced, CA 95340
0
Rating
Students
77
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Independence High (Alternative)
publichighGrade 9-12
1900 G St., Merced, CA 95340
0
Rating
Students
87
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Merced High
publichighGrade 9-12
205 West Olive Ave., Merced, CA 95348
0
Rating
Students
1,943
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Yosemite High (Continuation)
publichighGrade 9-12
1900 G St., Merced, CA 95340
0
Rating
Students
342
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
El Capitan High
publichighGrade 9-12
100 West Farmland, Merced, CA 95348
0
Rating
Students
1,793
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Merced City School District Community Day
publicmiddleK-6
601 Mercy Ave., Merced, CA 95340
0
Rating
Students
22
Student-Teacher
7:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Pioneer Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
2950 Gerard Ave., Merced, CA 95341
0
Rating
Students
1,055
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Farmdale Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
100 Winder Ave., Merced, CA 95341
0
Rating
Students
919
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Weaver Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
3076 East Childs Ave., Merced, CA 95341
0
Rating
Students
1,073
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Merced County Special Education
publichighK-12
632 West 13Th St., Merced, CA 95341
0
Rating
Students
942
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Merced County Juvenile Court
publichighK-12
2840 West Sandy Mush Rd., Merced, CA 95340
0
Rating
Students
20
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Merced Scholars Charter
charter schoolhighK-12
1850 Wardrobe Ave. Bldg. H, Merced, CA 95341
0
Rating
Students
334
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Valley Merced Community
publichighK-12
1850 Wardrobe Ave., Merced, CA 95341
0
Rating
Students
99
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Come Back Charter
charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
350 West Yosemite Ave, Merced, CA 95348
0
Rating
Students
128
Student-Teacher
27:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Luther Burbank Elementary
publicmiddleK-6
609 East Alexander Ave., Merced, CA 95340
0
Rating
Students
716
Student-Teacher
25:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Ada Givens Elementary
publicmiddleK-6
2900 Green St., Merced, CA 95340
0
Rating
Students
579
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Merced
Merced, California is home to 35 schools serving over 22,862 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →
Verified with NCES & state education agency data
School Insights
Metrics for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency
Math0%
ELA0%
Students meeting state proficiency standards
Class Size Distribution
Small (<15:1)4
Moderate (15-20:1)7
Large (>20:1)9
Smaller classes allow more individual attention
Highlights
- 0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
- 1,943 students at Merced High
- Best ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Merced, California?
There are 35 schools in Merced, serving 22,862 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Merced?
Explore the elementary schools in Merced using our ratings and filters to find the best fit for your child.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Merced?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Merced is 21.4:1.