For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 4,180 students in 92544, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92544, CA are Bautista Creek Elementary School, Valle Vista Elementary School and Little Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92544 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92544, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92544, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bautista Creek Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
441 Lake St.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-0822
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-0822
Gr: K-5 | 959 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Valle Vista Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
43900 Mayberry Ave.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-0800
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 927-0800
Gr: K-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Little Lake Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26091 Meridian St.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-1660
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-1660
Gr: K-5 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Dartmouth Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
41535 Mayberry Ave.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-2550
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 1,113 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
Ramona Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
41051 Whittier Ave.
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-1670
Hemet, CA 92544
(951) 765-1670
Gr: K-5 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92544, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92544, CA include Bautista Creek Elementary School, Valle Vista Elementary School and Little Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92544?
5 public elementary schools are located in 92544.
What is the racial composition of students in 92544?
92544 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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