Best Schools in Wildomar, California
13 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Wildomar?
Use this page to compare every school in Wildomar by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Elsinore High
High · Lake Elsinore Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts
Elementary · Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
William Collier Elementary
Elementary · Lake Elsinore Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wildomar for 2026 are Elsinore High (7.2/10), Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts (7.0/10), and William Collier Elementary (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
13
8 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$523,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
13
8 public · 5 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$523,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 7.2/10 despite 72% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 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 Wildomar schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Wildomar schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Wildomar
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elsinore High | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | William Collier Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley | 5.6 / 10 |
| 5 | David A. Brown Middle | 4.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Ronald Reagan Elementary | 4.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Wildomar Elementary | 4.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Donald Graham Elementary | 4.1 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $98,132
- Median home value
- $523,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 39 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
23% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wildomar compares
California rank
#474 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$98k
98% of California median
Schools in this city
13
Lake Elsinore Unified runs 75% of Wildomar's public schools
Wildomar touches 3 districts, but Lake Elsinore Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Lake Elsinore Unified accounts for 6 of 8 public schools (75%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.1 to 7.2 — the spread is inside Wildomar, not a citywide average.
- Lake Elsinore Unified6 public · 75%
- Sycamore Acad of Sci and Cultural Arts - Chino Vly Dist1 public · 13%
- Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts District1 public · 13%
About Schools in Wildomar, California
Wildomar, California is home to 13 schools, including 8 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Wildomar 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 Wildomar is Elsinore High with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wildomar is served by 3 school districts: Lake Elsinore Unified, Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts District, Sycamore Acad of Sci and Cultural Arts - Chino VLY DIST. These districts collectively serve 21,557 students.
Wildomar's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $98,132. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 488 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 734 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 3 | 300 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.6 | ||
| 4 | 514 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.7 | ||
| 5 | 595 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.4 | ||
| 6 | 459 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 56 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,062 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,065 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 92 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faith Baptist AcademyPrivate 73 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | 112 students · Pre-K–9th | Not Rated |
| 3 | Cornerstone Christian SchoolPrivate 393 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Wildomar
Wildomar, California · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$98,132
Median Home Value
$523,500
Median Rent
$2,042/mo
Population
34,505
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Community Profile
Wildomar has a median household income of $98,132. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $523,500, with a median rent of $2,042/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 3
Resources
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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 Wildomar, California
How many schools are in Wildomar, California?
Wildomar has 13 schools, including 8 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wildomar, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wildomar is 5.8 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 Wildomar, California?
The top-ranked school in Wildomar on MySchoolScout is Elsinore High with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wildomar, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wildomar on MySchoolScout is Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Wildomar, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Wildomar on MySchoolScout is David A. Brown Middle with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best high school in Wildomar, California?
The top-ranked high school in Wildomar on MySchoolScout is Elsinore High with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Wildomar, California?
Wildomar is served by 3 school districts: Lake Elsinore Unified, Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts District, Sycamore Acad of Sci and Cultural Arts - Chino Vly Dist.
What is the education level in Wildomar, California?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Wildomar have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wildomar, California?
The median household income in Wildomar is approximately $98,132 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Wildomar, California?
Yes, Wildomar has 5 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Faith Baptist Academy with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wildomar, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wildomar is 18.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wildomar, 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.