For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,672 students in 92251, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 137 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 92251, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92251, CA are Ben Hulse Elementary School, Imperial Ave. Holbrook High School and T. L. Waggoner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92251 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92251, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92251, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ben Hulse Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
303 South D St.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3210
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3210
Gr: K-5 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
322 North Imperial Ave.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3207
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3207
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
T. L. Waggoner Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
627 Joshua Tree St.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3266
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3266
Gr: K-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Frank M. Wright Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
885 North Imperial Ave.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3240
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3240
Gr: 6-8 | 1,077 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Imperial High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
517 West Barioni Blvd.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3220
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3220
Gr: 9-12 | 1,378 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Imperial Cross Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2462 Cross Rd.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3250
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3250
Gr: K-5 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92251, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92251, CA include Ben Hulse Elementary School, Imperial Ave. Holbrook High School and T. L. Waggoner Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92251?
6 public schools are located in 92251.
What percentage of students in 92251 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 92251 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92251?
92251 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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