For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,805 students in 92879, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 390 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 92879, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92879, CA are Lincoln Fundamental Elementary School, Corona-norco Alternative and Corona Ranch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92879 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92879, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92879, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Fundamental Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1041 Fullerton Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3336
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3336
Grades: K-6
| 671 students
Rank: #22.
Corona-norco Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
185 Magnolia Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Grades: K-12
| 73 students
Rank: #33.
Corona Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
785 Village Loop Dr.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-4626
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-4626
Grades: K-6
| 813 students
Rank: #44.
Promenade Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 Hamilton Dr.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 358-1650
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 358-1650
Grades: K-5
| 610 students
Rank: #55.
Garretson Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1650 Garretson Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3345
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3345
Grades: K-6
| 926 students
Rank: #66.
William Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2050 Aztec Ln.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-7190
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-7190
Grades: K-6
| 595 students
Rank: #77.
Home Gardens Academy
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13550 Tolton Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3219
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3219
Grades: K-8
| 969 students
Rank: #88.
Parkridge Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
750 Corona Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3236
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3236
Grades: K-6
| 621 students
Rank: #99.
Lee V. Pollard High School
Alternative School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
185 Magnolia Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Grades: 9-12
| 527 students
Rank: n/an/a
Gateway
Special Education School
4501 Ambs Dr.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 509-5159
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 509-5159
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92879, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92879, CA include Lincoln Fundamental Elementary School, Corona-norco Alternative and Corona Ranch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92879?
10 public schools are located in 92879.
What percentage of students in 92879 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 92879 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92879?
92879 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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