For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,683 students in 92543, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 26 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 92543, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92543, CA are Western Center Academy, Mcsweeny Elementary School and Academy Of Innovation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92543 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92543, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92543, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Center Academy
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2345 Searl Pkwy.
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 766-9030
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 766-9030
Gr: 6-12 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Mcsweeny Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
451 West Chambers St.
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 925-4366
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 925-4366
Gr: K-5 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Academy Of Innovation
Alternative School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
26866 San Jacinto St.
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-5193
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-5193
Gr: K-12 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Hemet Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
633 East Kimball Ave.
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-1630
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-1630
Gr: K-5 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Diamond Valley Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
291 West Chambers St.
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 925-2899
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 925-2899
Gr: 6-8 | 1,123 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 West Whittier Ave.
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-1650
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-1650
Gr: K-5 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Jacob Wiens Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
935 East Campus Way
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 929-3734
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 929-3734
Gr: K-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Acacia Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 East Acacia Ave.
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-1620
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-1620
Gr: 6-8 | 958 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Alessandro High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
831 East Devonshire Ave.
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-5182
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 765-5182
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92543, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92543, CA include Western Center Academy, Mcsweeny Elementary School and Academy Of Innovation.
How many public schools are located in 92543?
9 public schools are located in 92543.
What percentage of students in 92543 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 92543 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92543?
92543 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.