For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 9,516 students in Yucaipa, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 287 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Yucaipa, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Yucaipa, CA are Inland Leaders Charter, Competitive Edge Charter Academy (Ceca) and Wildwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Yucaipa, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Yucaipa have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Yucaipa, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Inland Leaders Charter
Charter School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12375 California St.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 446-1100
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 446-1100
Gr: K-8 | 997 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Competitive Edge Charter Academy (Ceca)
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
34450 Stonewood Dr.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-0174
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-0174
Gr: K-8 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35972 Susan St.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8521
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8521
Gr: K-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Yucaipa High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
33000 Yucaipa Blvd.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-0106
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-0106
Gr: 9-12 | 2,755 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Chapman Heights Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
33692 Cramer Rd.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8080
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8080
Gr: K-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Park View Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
34875 Tahoe Dr.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-3285
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-3285
Gr: 6-8 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #77.
Ridgeview Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11021 Sunnyside Dr.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-3270
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-3270
Gr: K-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #88.
Mesa View Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 Mustang Way
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8008
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8008
Gr: 6-8 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #99.
Green Valley Independent Study
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
35948 Susan St.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8580
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8580
Gr: K-8 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1010.
Valley Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12333 Eighth St.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-1125
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-1125
Gr: K-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1111.
Dunlap Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
32870 Avenue E
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-5171
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-5171
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1212.
Green Valley High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
35948 Susan St.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8580
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8580
Gr: 9-12 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1313.
Calimesa Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13523 Second St.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8570
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 790-8570
Gr: K-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1414.
Oak View High School & Education Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12358 Sixth St.
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-7931
Yucaipa, CA 92399
(909) 797-7931
Gr: 7-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Yucaipa, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Yucaipa, CA include Inland Leaders Charter, Competitive Edge Charter Academy (Ceca) and Wildwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Yucaipa?
15 public schools are located in Yucaipa.
What percentage of students in Yucaipa go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Yucaipa are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Yucaipa?
Yucaipa public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Yucaipa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Yucaipa include: Park View Middle School vs. Mesa View Middle School, Mesa View Middle School vs. Park View Middle School, Competitive Edge Charter Academy (Ceca) vs. Inland Leaders Charter
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