For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,369 students in Bonita, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 96 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Bonita, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bonita, CA are Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School and Valley Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bonita, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Bonita have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bonita, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4300 Allen School Rd.
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-3662
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-3662
Gr: K-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Sunnyside Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5430 San Miguel Rd.
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-0571
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-0571
Gr: K-6 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Valley Vista Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3724 Valley Vista Way
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-7171
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-7171
Gr: K-6 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bonita, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Bonita, CA include Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School and Valley Vista Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bonita?
3 public schools are located in Bonita.
What percentage of students in Bonita go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Bonita are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bonita?
Bonita public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bonita are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bonita include: Valley Vista Elementary School vs. Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School vs. Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School, Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School vs. Sunnyside Elementary School
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