For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 7,249 students in 92591, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 174 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 92591, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92591, CA are Ysabel Barnett Elementary School, Chaparral High School and Rancho Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92591 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92591, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92591, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ysabel Barnett Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
39925 Harveston Dr.
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 296-5579
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 296-5579
Gr: K-5 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Chaparral High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27215 Nicolas Rd.
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-4200
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 3,136 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Rancho Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
31530 La Serena Way
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-7150
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-7150
Gr: K-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Nicolas Valley Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
39600 North General Kearney Rd
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-7180
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-7180
Gr: K-5 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
James L. Day Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
40775 Camino Campos Verdes
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 699-8138
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 699-8138
Gr: 6-8 | 932 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Margarita Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
30600 Margarita Rd.
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-7370
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-7370
Gr: 6-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Temecula Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
41951 Moraga Rd.
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-7130
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 695-7130
Gr: K-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92591, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92591, CA include Ysabel Barnett Elementary School, Chaparral High School and Rancho Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92591?
7 public schools are located in 92591.
What percentage of students in 92591 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 92591 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92591?
92591 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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