Best Schools in Redlands, California
45 schools · 21 Elementary · 3 Middle · 13 High · 8 Other
Choosing a school in Redlands?
Use this page to compare every school in Redlands by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Redlands Senior High
High · Redlands Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Valley Preparatory School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Phase3 Lab School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Redlands for 2026 are Redlands Senior High (8.6/10), Valley Preparatory School (8.3/10), and Phase3 Lab School (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 32 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
45
24 public · 21 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$603,600
home value · ACS
Districts
7
serving the city
Schools
45
24 public · 21 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$603,600
home value · ACS
Districts
7
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 60% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Redlands schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +10.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Redlands schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Redlands
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (32 of 45). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Redlands Senior High | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Valley Preparatory School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Phase3 Lab School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Citrus Valley High | 8.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Redlands East Valley High | 8.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Mariposa Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Grove | 7.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Sage Oak Charter School- Keppel | 7.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Clement Middle | 7.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Redlands Eacademy | 7.4 / 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
- $97,796
- Median home value
- $603,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 45%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
41% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Redlands compares
California rank
#262 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$98k
98% of California median
Schools in this city
32
About Schools in Redlands, California
Redlands runs 24 ranked public schools spanning elementary through high school. The citywide average sits at 6.3 out of 10, with meaningful separation between the top and bottom of the range. One in three schools clears the 7-point threshold: 8 of 24 ranked schools score 7.0 or above, giving families a genuine set of high-performing options without needing to look outside city limits.
The high school tier leads the city. Redlands Senior High scores 8.7 — the highest mark among all 24 ranked schools and a full point above the citywide average. Grove High follows at 7.8, giving families with older students two credible options at the secondary level. The spread between them is significant, so school choice at the high school stage carries real weight.
At the elementary level, Mariposa Elementary scores 8.5, the second-highest rating in the city. Kimberly Elementary sits at 8.1, creating a pair of strong elementary options. Clement Middle matches Kimberly at 8.1 — the top mark at the middle school level and a meaningful checkpoint for families charting a full K-12 path in Redlands. Together, these five schools give the city a consistent top tier across all grade bands.
For parents doing the comparison work: Redlands delivers more high-quality schools than a 6.3 average implies. That number is pulled down by the lower end of the range; the top third — anchored by Redlands Senior High and Mariposa — is genuinely competitive. The practical move is to identify a home's attendance zone early, then confirm whether that school clears the 7-point mark. With 8 schools above that threshold, many families land a strong fit without a transfer request. For high school in particular, confirm enrollment eligibility at Redlands Senior High before assuming placement — school zone boundaries can route siblings to different campuses.
Elementary Schools
21 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 435 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 517 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 628 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 573 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
| 5 | 487 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 |
| 6 | 489 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 |
| 7 | 679 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
| 8 | 320 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.0 |
| 9 | 620 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.1 |
| 10 | 578 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.3 |
Show all 21 elementary schools in Redlands
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 973 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 1,218 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 1,064 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,219 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 2,206 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 | ||
| 3 | 1,866 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 | ||
| 4 | 247 students · 7th–12th | 7.5 | ||
| 5 | 202 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 | ||
| Private Schools 8 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Arrowhead Christian Academy
Private
381 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 | ||
| 2 | Phase3 Lab School
Private
46 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 34 students · 7th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 4 | Deeper Roots Academy
Private
7 students · 1st–9th | — | ||
| 5 | 1,232 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 13 high schools in Redlands
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Other Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 378 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.4 | ||
| 2 | 147 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.4 | ||
| 3 | 3,362 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.2 | ||
| 4 | 1,427 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.5 | ||
| 5 | 1,118 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.4 | ||
| 6 | 468 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.3 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Redlands Adventist Academy
Private
382 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.1 | ||
| 2 | Packinghouse Christian Academy
Private
264 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.6 | ||
Schools in Redlands
Redlands, California · 45 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$97,796
Median Home Value
$603,600
Median Rent
$1,929/mo
Population
79,103
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Redlands has a median household income of $97,796. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $603,600, with a median rent of $1,929/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 21
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 13
- Other
- 8
Resources
School Districts (7)
Sage Oak Charter District
1 school · 3,362 students
Gorman Learning Center San Bernardino/Santa Clarita District
1 school · 1,427 students
Gorman Learning Center District
1 school · 1,118 students
Grove District
1 school · 247 students
Sage Oak Charter School- Keppel District
1 school · 378 students
Sage Oak Charter School - South District
1 school · 468 students
Redlands Unified
25 schools · 19,673 students
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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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Redlands, California
How many schools are in Redlands, California?
Redlands has 45 schools, including 24 public and 21 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Redlands, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Redlands 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 Redlands, California?
The top-ranked school in Redlands on MySchoolScout is Redlands Senior High with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Redlands, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Redlands on MySchoolScout is Valley Preparatory School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Redlands, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Redlands on MySchoolScout is Clement Middle with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Redlands, California?
The top-ranked high school in Redlands on MySchoolScout is Redlands Senior High with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Redlands, California?
Redlands is served by 7 school districts: Sage Oak Charter District, Gorman Learning Center San Bernardino/santa Clarita District, Gorman Learning Center District, Grove District, Sage Oak Charter School- Keppel District, Sage Oak Charter School - South District, Redlands Unified.
What is the education level in Redlands, California?
According to Census data, 45% of adults in Redlands have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Redlands, California?
The median household income in Redlands is approximately $97,796 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Redlands, California?
Yes, Redlands has 21 private schools alongside 24 public schools. The top-rated private school is Valley Preparatory School with a score of 8.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Redlands, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Redlands is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Redlands, 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.