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#1437 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Morongo School
Elementary School
12130 SANTIAGO RD, Banning, CA 92220
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,437 of 1,787
In Banning
#1 of 2
public schools
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Morongo School
Elementary School in Banning · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Morongo School
Morongo School is a private elementary school in Banning, CA. Morongo School serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Morongo School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,437 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, Morongo School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Morongo School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Morongo School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Morongo School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Banning, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Morongo School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Hoffer Elementary | 3.5 |
| Florida Street Discovery Center | 4.8 |
| Banning Independent Study | 4.9 |
| Nicolet Middle | 3.4 |
| Central Elementary | 4.1 |
| Hemmerling Elementary | 3.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12130 SANTIAGO RD, Banning, CA 92220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morongo School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Starlight Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Beaumont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sundance Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Beaumont), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cabazon Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Cabazon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Banning, see our Banning schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hoffer Elementary Banning | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Florida Street Discovery Center Banning | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Banning Independent Study Banning | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Nicolet Middle Banning | 2.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Central Elementary Banning | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Banning High Banning | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| New Horizon High Banning | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Cabazon Elementary Cabazon | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Hemmerling Elementary Banning | 4.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Beaumont Middle College High Banning | 5.0 mi | — |
| YOUNG SCHOLAR EDUCATION CENTER Banning | 5.3 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Banning | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Sundance Elementary Beaumont | 7.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Starlight Elementary Beaumont | 7.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Anna Hause Elementary Beaumont | 7.6 mi | 4.5 |
| San Gorgonio Middle Beaumont | 7.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Glen View High Beaumont | 8.0 mi | 4.5 |
| 21st Century Learning Institute Beaumont | 8.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Palm Innovation Academy Beaumont | 8.1 mi | 4.8 |
| CHILDHELP SCHOOL Beaumont | 8.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,116
Median Home Value
$324,800
Median Rent
$1,499/mo
Population
33,428
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
42.7
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| ARI GUIRAGOS MINASSIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana, CA | 5.3 |
| Annandale Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
| HUGHSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hughson, CA | 5.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FREMONT Fremont, CA | 5.3 |
| Merquin Elementary Hilmar, CA | 5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morongo School
What grades does Morongo School serve?
Morongo School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Morongo School?
Morongo School has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morongo School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morongo School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Morongo School rank in CA?
Morongo School ranks #1,437 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Morongo School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morongo School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Morongo School a private school?
Yes, Morongo School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Morongo School a religious school?
No, Morongo School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Riverside County
- Phone
- (951) 663-7486
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