For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 1,107 students in Calimesa, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 317 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Calimesa, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in Calimesa, CA is Summerwind Trails. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Calimesa, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Calimesa have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Calimesa, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summerwind Trails
(Math: 36% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1020 Poinsettia Cir.
Calimesa, CA 92320
(951) 845-1631
Calimesa, CA 92320
(951) 845-1631
Gr: K-8 | 1,107 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Calimesa, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Calimesa, CA include Summerwind Trails.
How many public schools are located in Calimesa?
1 public schools are located in Calimesa.
What percentage of students in Calimesa go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Calimesa are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Calimesa?
Calimesa public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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