For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,539 students in Imperial, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 137 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Imperial, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Imperial, CA are Imperial Ave. Holbrook High School, Ben Hulse Elementary School and Frank M. Wright Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Imperial, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Imperial have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Imperial, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
322 N. Imperial Ave.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3207
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3207
Grades: 9-12
| 50 students
Rank: #22.
Ben Hulse Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
303 S. D St.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3210
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3210
Grades: K-5
| 794 students
Rank: #33.
Frank M. Wright Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
885 N. Imperial Ave.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3240
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3240
Grades: 6-8
| 1,023 students
Rank: #44.
Imperial High School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
517 W. Barioni Blvd.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3220
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3220
Grades: 9-12
| 1,362 students
Rank: #55.
T. L. Waggoner Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
627 Joshua Tree St.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3266
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3266
Grades: K-5
| 600 students
Rank: #66.
Imperial Cross Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2462 Cross Rd.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3250
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3250
Grades: K-5
| 710 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Imperial, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Imperial, CA include Imperial Ave. Holbrook High School, Ben Hulse Elementary School and Frank M. Wright Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Imperial?
6 public schools are located in Imperial.
What percentage of students in Imperial go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Imperial are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Imperial?
Imperial public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Imperial are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Imperial include: T. L. Waggoner Elementary School vs. Ben Hulse Elementary School
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