Top Rankings
Imperial Unified School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,539 students in Imperial Unified School District. This district's average testing ranking is 7/10, which is in the top 50% of public schools in California.
Public Schools in Imperial Unified School District 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).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (CA)
# Schools
6 Schools
10,356 Schools
# Students
4,539 Students
5,417,014 Students
# Teachers
194 Teachers
267,522 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
23:1
District Rank
Imperial Unified School District, which is ranked #597 of all 1,931 school districts in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 96% has increased from 90% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#596 out of 1941 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.19
0.64
# American Indian Students
1 Student
26,121 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
58 Students
674,073 Students
% Asian Students
1%
12%
# Hispanic Students
4,065 Students
2,961,553 Students
% Hispanic Students
90%
55%
# Black Students
30 Students
259,506 Students
% Black Students
1%
5%
# White Students
331 Students
1,154,454 Students
% White Students
7%
21%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
23,322 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
53 Students
308,275 Students
% of Two or more races Students
1%
6%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
83
# Students in K Grade:
438
453,108
# Students in 1st Grade:
357
377,045
# Students in 2nd Grade:
321
379,902
# Students in 3rd Grade:
335
389,364
# Students in 4th Grade:
329
393,571
# Students in 5th Grade:
324
398,624
# Students in 6th Grade:
337
408,040
# Students in 7th Grade:
347
409,922
# Students in 8th Grade:
339
405,290
# Students in 9th Grade:
379
448,034
# Students in 10th Grade:
359
448,656
# Students in 11th Grade:
331
451,880
# Students in 12th Grade:
343
453,495
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $16,195 in this school district is less than the state median of $21,485. The school district revenue/student has grown by 25% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $12,392 is less than the state median of $19,787. The school district spending/student has declined by 10% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$74 MM
$116,387 MM
Spending
$56 MM
$107,188 MM
Revenue / Student
$16,195
$21,485
Spending / Student
$12,392
$19,787
Best Imperial Unified School District Public Schools (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
How many schools belong to Imperial Unified School District?
Imperial Unified School District manages 6 public schools serving 4,539 students.
What is the rank of Imperial Unified School District?
Imperial Unified School District is ranked #597 out of 1,931 school districts in California (top 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of California school districts for: Highest graduation rate (Top 5%) and Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Imperial Unified School District?
90% of Imperial Unified School District students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Imperial Unified School District?
Imperial Unified School District has a student/teacher ratio of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What is Imperial Unified School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $12,392 is less than the state median of $19,787. The school district spending/student has declined by 10% over four school years.
Recent Articles
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
