Grade Trends

Schools near ZIP 95348

4 public schools within 6 miles, nearest first.

All schools in Merced

Subject percentages show the share of students who met or exceeded the state standard.

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Washington Elementary
Grades K–8 · Merced River Union Elementary
3.8 mi
36%
−4 vs state
38%
−10 vs state
32%
−3 vs state
4% Average of math, English and science: 31% in 2022-23 → 35% in 2025-26 80% 295 Hispanic 54%
El Capitan High
Grades 9–12 · Merced Union High
4.0 mi
19%
−13 vs state
48%
−9 vs state
26%
−12 vs state
6% Average of math, English and science: 25% in 2022-23 → 31% in 2025-26 76% 1,793 Hispanic 66%
Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle
Grades 7–8 · Merced City Elementary
6.0 mi
23%
−14 vs state
41%
−9 vs state
16%
−20 vs state
3% Average of math, English and science: 23% in 2022-23 → 26% in 2025-26 58% 624 Hispanic 58%
Merced City School District Community Day
Grades K–6 Alternative · Merced City Elementary
6.0 mi
15%
17%
— 16% Average of math, English and science: 0% in 2023-24 → 16% in 2025-26 86% 22 Hispanic 43%

Overall change: average of the three subjects, latest year vs. 3 years earlier (↑4% means the average rate went up 4 points, e.g. 82% → 86%; — means within ±2%). Low income = eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.