For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,146 students in Calexico, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 941 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Calexico, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Calexico, CA are Calexico High School, Enrique Camarena Jr. High School and Cesar Chavez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Calexico, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Calexico have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Calexico, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Calexico High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1030 Encinas Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3980
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3980
Grades: 9-12
| 2,718 students
Rank: #22.
Enrique Camarena Jr. High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 East Rivera Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3808
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3808
Grades: 7-8
| 684 students
Rank: #33.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1251 East Zapata St.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-6400
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-6400
Grades: K-6
| 747 students
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1120 East Seventh St.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3812
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3812
Grades: K-6
| 632 students
Rank: #55.
Blanche Charles Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Kloke Rd.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3910
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3910
Grades: K-6
| 413 students
Rank: #66.
Aurora High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1391 Kloke Rd.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3940
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3940
Grades: 9-12
| 177 students
Rank: #77.
Mains Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
655 Sheridan Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3900
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3900
Grades: K-6
| 425 students
Rank: #88.
William Moreno Junior High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Kloke Rd.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3960
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3960
Grades: 7-8
| 622 students
Rank: #99.
Rockwood Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Rockwood Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3832
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3832
Grades: K-6
| 588 students
Rank: #1010.
Dool Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 Encinas Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3820
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3820
Grades: K-6
| 600 students
Rank: #1111.
Kennedy Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Rockwood Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3842
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3842
Grades: K-6
| 529 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pinnacle Hall Community Day
Alternative School
1391 Kloke Rd.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3914
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3914
Grades: 6-12
| 11 students
Calexico, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
824 Blair Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3950
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3950
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Calexico, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Calexico, CA include Calexico High School, Enrique Camarena Jr. High School and Cesar Chavez Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Calexico?
12 public schools are located in Calexico.
What percentage of students in Calexico go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Calexico are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Calexico?
Calexico public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Calexico are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Calexico include: Dool Elementary School vs. Jefferson Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School vs. Dool Elementary School, Mains Elementary School vs. Blanche Charles Elementary School
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