Best Schools in Calimesa, California
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Calimesa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mesa View Middle
Middle · Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$447,850
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$447,850
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Calimesa schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Calimesa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mesa View Middle | 5.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $92,516
- Median home value
- $447,850
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Calimesa compares
Median household income
$93k
93% of California median
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified runs Calimesa's public schools
1 public school. Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Calimesa is a Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Calimesa, California
Calimesa, California is home to 3 schools, including 1 public school and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Calimesa show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Calimesa is Monty's Montessori Academy with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Calimesa is served by 1 school district: Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 8,529 students.
Calimesa's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $92,516. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monty's Montessori AcademyPrivate 37 students · Kindergarten–6th | Not Rated |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 664 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mesa Grande AcademyPrivate 305 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Calimesa
Calimesa, California · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$92,516
Median Home Value
$447,850
Median Rent
$1,755/mo
Population
65,709
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Calimesa has a median household income of $92,516. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $447,850, with a median rent of $1,755/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Calimesa, California
How many schools are in Calimesa, California?
Calimesa has 3 schools, including 1 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Calimesa, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Calimesa is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Calimesa, California?
The top-ranked school in Calimesa on MySchoolScout is Mesa View Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Calimesa, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Calimesa on MySchoolScout is Mesa View Middle with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Calimesa, California?
Calimesa is served by 1 school district: Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Calimesa, California?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Calimesa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Calimesa, California?
The median household income in Calimesa is approximately $92,516 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Calimesa, California?
Yes, Calimesa has 2 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Monty's Montessori Academy with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Calimesa, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Calimesa is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Calimesa, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.