For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,966 students in Banning, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 445 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Banning, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Banning, CA are Banning Independent Study, Central Elementary School and Hemmerling Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Banning, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Banning have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Banning, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Banning Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1151 West Wilson St.
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0268
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0268
Gr: K-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
295 North San Gorgonio Ave.
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0264
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0264
Gr: K-5 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Hemmerling Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1928 West Nicolet St.
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0254
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0254
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Banning High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 West Westward
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0285
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0285
Gr: 9-12 | 1,145 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Hoffer Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1115 East Hoffer St.
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0257
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0257
Gr: K-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
New Horizon High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1151 West Wilson St.
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0250
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0250
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Nicolet Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
101 East Nicolet St.
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0280
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 922-0280
Gr: 6-8 | 966 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
671 North Florida St.
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 849-2739
Banning, CA 92220
(951) 849-2739
Gr: K | 86 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Banning, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Banning, CA include Banning Independent Study, Central Elementary School and Hemmerling Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Banning?
10 public schools are located in Banning.
What percentage of students in Banning go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Banning are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Banning?
Banning public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Banning are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Banning include: Central Elementary School vs. Hemmerling Elementary School
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