For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,278 students in 92860, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 634 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 92860, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92860, CA are John F. Kennedy High School, Highland Elementary School and Norco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92860 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92860, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92860, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F. Kennedy High School
Alternative School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1951 Third St.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 738-2200
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 738-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2301 Alhambra St.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3308
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3308
Gr: K-6 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Norco Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1700 Temescal Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3348
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3348
Gr: K-6 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Norco High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2065 Temescal Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3241
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3241
Gr: 9-12 | 2,032 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Sierra Vista Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3560 Corona Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3311
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3311
Gr: K-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
Norco Intermediate
(Math: 25% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2711 Temescal Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3206
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3206
Gr: 7-8 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #77.
George Washington Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1220 West Parkridge Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3326
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3326
Gr: K-6 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #88.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4600 Pedley Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3245
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3245
Gr: K-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #99.
Victress Bower School For Exceptional Students
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 West Parkridge Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-4646
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-4646
Gr: K-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
92860, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
King (Martin Luther Jr.) Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2820 Clark Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(909) 736-3339
Norco, CA 92860
(909) 736-3339
Gr: 9-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Norco Vista High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
2065 Temescal Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3243
Norco, CA 92860
(951) 736-3243
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92860, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92860, CA include John F. Kennedy High School, Highland Elementary School and Norco Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92860?
9 public schools are located in 92860.
What percentage of students in 92860 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 92860 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92860?
92860 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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