Top 10 Best 92243 California Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 4,953 students in 92243, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 92243, CA are Southwest High School, Central Union High School and Desert Oasis High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92243 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92243, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92243 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central Union High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92243, CA Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwest High School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2001 Ocotillo Dr.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 336-4100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,889 students
Rank: #22.
Central Union High School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1001 Brighton Ave.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 336-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,957 students
Rank: #33.
Desert Oasis High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1302 S. Third St.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 336-4555
Grades: 9-12
| 128 students
Rank: #44.
Valley Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
253 E. Ross Ave.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 312-5525
Grades: K-12
| 159 students
Rank: #55.
Imperial County Special Education
Special Education School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1398 Sperber Rd.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 312-6428
Grades: K-12
| 481 students
Rank: n/an/a
Imperial County Juvenile Hall/community
Alternative School
Magnet School
1398 Sperber Rd.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 312-5525
Grades: K-12
| 14 students
Rank: n/an/a
Imperial Pathways Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
1398 Sperber Rd.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 312-5566
Grades: 9-12
| 206 students
Rank: n/an/a
Imperial Valley Rop
Vocational School
687 State St.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 482-2600
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Mt. Signal Virtual Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
2345 S. Second St.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 312-7050
Grades: 9-12
| 102 students
Rank: n/an/a
Phoenix Rising High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
1302 S. Third St.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 336-4555
Grades: 9-10
| 17 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 92243 California

92243, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1302 South Third St
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 336-4544
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1150 N. Imperial Ave.
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 592-7250
Grades: K-8
| 829 students
2295 West Vaughn Rd
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 353-0062
Grades: K-5
| 32 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 92243, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 92243, CA include Southwest High School, Central Union High School and Desert Oasis High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in 92243?
10 public high schools are located in 92243.
What is the racial composition of students in 92243?
92243 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).

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