For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,567 students in 92879, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 263 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 92879, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92879, CA are Lincoln Fundamental Elementary School, Corona Ranch Elementary School and Promenade Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92879 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92879, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92879, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Fundamental Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1041 Fullerton Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3336
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3336
Gr: K-6 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Corona Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
785 Village Loop Dr.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-4626
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-4626
Gr: K-6 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Promenade Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 Hamilton Dr.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 358-1650
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 358-1650
Gr: K-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Garretson Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1650 Garretson Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3345
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3345
Gr: K-6 | 859 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
William Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2050 Aztec Ln.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-7190
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-7190
Gr: K-6 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Corona-norco Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
185 Magnolia Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Gr: K-12
Rank: #77.
Home Gardens Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13550 Tolton Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3219
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3219
Gr: K-8 | 961 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Parkridge Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
750 Corona Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3236
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3236
Gr: K-6 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #99.
Lee V. Pollard High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
185 Magnolia Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Gr: 9-12 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92879, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92879, CA include Lincoln Fundamental Elementary School, Corona Ranch Elementary School and Promenade Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92879?
10 public schools are located in 92879.
What percentage of students in 92879 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 92879 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92879?
92879 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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