For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,706 students in Blythe, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 4 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Blythe, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Blythe, CA are Felix J. Appleby Elementary School, Palo Verde High School and Margaret White Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Blythe, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Blythe have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 Public Schools in Blythe, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Felix J. Appleby Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10321 Vernon Ave.
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-7174
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-7174
Gr: K-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Palo Verde High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
667 North Lovekin Blvd.
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-7148
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-7148
Gr: 9-12 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Margaret White Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
610 North Broadway
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-5159
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-5159
Gr: K-8 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Ruth Brown Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
241 North Seventh Ave.
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-7164
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-7164
Gr: K-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Twin Palms Continuation
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
811 West Chanslor Way
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-4884
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-4884
Gr: 9-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
295 East Chanslor Way
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-4164
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-4164
Gr: K | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Blythe, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Palo Verde Valley Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
811 W. Chanslorway
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-4884
Blythe, CA 92225
(760) 922-4884
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Blythe, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Blythe, CA include Felix J. Appleby Elementary School, Palo Verde High School and Margaret White Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Blythe?
6 public schools are located in Blythe.
What percentage of students in Blythe go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Blythe are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Blythe?
Blythe 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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