For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 9,579 students in 92506, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,185 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 92506, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92506, CA are Castle View Elementary School, Pachappa Elementary School and Polytechnic High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92506 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92506, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92506, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Castle View Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6201 Shaker Dr.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7460
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7460
Gr: K-6 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Pachappa Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6200 Riverside Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7355
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7355
Gr: K-6 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Polytechnic High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5450 Victoria Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7203
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7203
Gr: 9-12 | 2,633 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3975 Maplewood Pl.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7274
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7274
Gr: K-6 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2433 Central Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7451
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7451
Gr: K-6 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Victoria Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2910 Arlington Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7441
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7441
Gr: K-6 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Matthew Gage Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6400 Lincoln Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7350
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7350
Gr: 7-8 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
William Howard Taft Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
959 Mission Grove Pkwy. North
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 776-3018
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 776-3018
Gr: K-6 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #99.
Summit View Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Lincoln Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 276-7670
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 276-7670
Gr: K-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1010.
Opportunity Program
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Lincoln Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 276-7670
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 276-7670
Gr: 7-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1111.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2760 Jane St.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7305
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7305
Gr: K-6 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1212.
Central Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4795 Magnolia Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7282
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 788-7282
Gr: 7-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1313.
Gateway College And Career Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Magnolia Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 222-3710
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 222-3710
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 56:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1414.
California School For The Deaf-riverside
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3044 Horace St.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 248-7700
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 248-7700
Gr: K-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1515.
Raincross High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Lincoln Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 276-7670
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 276-7670
Gr: 9-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
92506, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4800 Magnolia Ave
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 222-8931
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 222-8931
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92506, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92506, CA include Castle View Elementary School, Pachappa Elementary School and Polytechnic High School.
How many public schools are located in 92506?
15 public schools are located in 92506.
What percentage of students in 92506 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 92506 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92506?
92506 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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