For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 378 students in Mentone, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 8 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Mentone, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in Mentone, CA is Mentone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mentone, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Mentone have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mentone, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mentone Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1320 Crafton Ave.
Mentone, CA 92359
(909) 794-8610
Mentone, CA 92359
(909) 794-8610
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mentone, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Mentone, CA include Mentone Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mentone?
1 public schools are located in Mentone.
What percentage of students in Mentone go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Mentone are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mentone?
Mentone public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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