Best Schools in Yucaipa, California
16 schools · 9 Elementary · 1 Middle · 5 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Yucaipa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Yucaipa High
High · Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Ridgeview Elementary
Elementary · Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Inland Leaders Charter
Elementary · Inland Leaders Charter District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Yucaipa for 2026 are Yucaipa High (7.0/10), Ridgeview Elementary (6.9/10), and Inland Leaders Charter (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 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
16
13 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$472,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
16
13 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$472,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 6.9/10 despite 67% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 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 Yucaipa schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +7.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Yucaipa schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Yucaipa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 13 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yucaipa High | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Ridgeview Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Inland Leaders Charter | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Wildwood Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Chapman Heights Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Competitive Edge Charter Academy (ceca) | 6.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Green Valley High | 6.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Oak View High School & Education Center | 6.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Park View Middle | 5.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Green Valley Independent Study | 5.7 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $94,718
- Median home value
- $472,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
8% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Yucaipa compares
California rank
#450 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$95k
95% of California median
Schools in this city
13
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified runs Yucaipa's public schools
13 public schools. Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified is the dominant district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Yucaipa is a Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified school (12 of 13).
Among 13 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.7 to 7.0 — the spread is inside Yucaipa, not a citywide average.
- Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified12 public · 92%
- Inland Leaders Charter District1 public · 8%
About Schools in Yucaipa, California
Yucaipa, California is home to 16 schools, including 13 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Yucaipa 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 Yucaipa is Yucaipa High with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Yucaipa is served by 2 school districts: Inland Leaders Charter District, Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified. These districts collectively serve 9,519 students.
Yucaipa's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,718. The poverty rate in the area is 8.8%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 560 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 990 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 587 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 |
| 4 | 610 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 |
| 5 | 716 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 |
| 6 | 73 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.7 |
| 7 | 552 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 |
| 8 | 342 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.0 |
| 9 | 512 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 916 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,786 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 119 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 85 students · 7th–12th | 6.1 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Spurgeon AcademyPrivate 24 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Wildwood Christian AcademyPrivate 225 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kindercare Learning CenterPrivate 8 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | Not Rated |
Schools in Yucaipa
Yucaipa, California · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,718
Median Home Value
$472,400
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
55,029
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Community Profile
Yucaipa has a median household income of $94,718. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $472,400, with a median rent of $1,658/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 5
- Other
- 1
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 Yucaipa, California
How many schools are in Yucaipa, California?
Yucaipa has 16 schools, including 13 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Yucaipa, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Yucaipa is 5.9 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 Yucaipa, California?
The top-ranked school in Yucaipa on MySchoolScout is Yucaipa High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Yucaipa, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Yucaipa on MySchoolScout is Ridgeview Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Yucaipa, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Yucaipa on MySchoolScout is Park View Middle with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Yucaipa, California?
The top-ranked high school in Yucaipa on MySchoolScout is Yucaipa High with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Yucaipa, California?
Yucaipa is served by 2 school districts: Inland Leaders Charter District, Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified.
What is the education level in Yucaipa, California?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Yucaipa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Yucaipa, California?
The median household income in Yucaipa is approximately $94,718 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Yucaipa, California?
Yes, Yucaipa has 3 private schools alongside 13 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Yucaipa, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Yucaipa is 19.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Yucaipa, 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.