For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,594 students in 92544, CA (there are 9 private schools, serving 715 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 92544, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92544, CA are Hemet High School, Bautista Creek Elementary School and Valle Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92544 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92544, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 92544, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hemet High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
41701 Stetson Ave.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-5150
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-5150
Gr: 9-12 | 2,414 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Bautista Creek Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
441 Lake St.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-0822
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-0822
Gr: K-5 | 959 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Valle Vista Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
43900 Mayberry Ave.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-0800
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-0800
Gr: K-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Little Lake Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26091 Meridian St.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-1660
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-1660
Gr: K-5 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Dartmouth Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
41535 Mayberry Ave.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-2550
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 1,113 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Ramona Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
41051 Whittier Ave.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-1670
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-1670
Gr: K-5 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92544, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92544, CA include Hemet High School, Bautista Creek Elementary School and Valle Vista Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92544?
6 public schools are located in 92544.
What percentage of students in 92544 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 92544 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92544?
92544 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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