For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 1,947 students in Bishop, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 95 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Bishop, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bishop, CA are Round Valley Elementary School, Jill Kinmont Boothe and Bishop Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bishop, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Bishop have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bishop, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Round Valley Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 North Round Valley Rd.
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 387-2525
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 387-2525
Gr: K-5 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Jill Kinmont Boothe
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
166 Grandview Dr.
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 873-3262
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 873-3262
Gr: 6-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #33.
Bishop Union High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 North Fowler St.
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 873-4275
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 873-4275
Gr: 9-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Bishop Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 West Pine St.
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-1278
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-1278
Gr: K-5 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Home Street Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 Home St.
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-1381
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-1381
Gr: 6-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Cds Home Street
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 Home St.
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-1381
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-1381
Gr: 6-8 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Cds Bishop Elementary School
Alternative School
800 West Elm St.
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-1278
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-1278
Gr: K-5 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: n/an/a
Cds Bishop High School
Alternative School
301 North Fowler
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-3680
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-3680
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
166 Grandview Dr.
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 873-3262
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 873-3262
Rank: n/an/a
Keith B. Bright High (Juvenile Hall)
Alternative School
656 West Pine St.
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-3680
Bishop, CA 93514
(760) 872-3680
Gr: 6-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bishop, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Bishop, CA include Round Valley Elementary School, Jill Kinmont Boothe and Bishop Union High School.
How many public schools are located in Bishop?
10 public schools are located in Bishop.
What percentage of students in Bishop go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Bishop are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bishop?
Bishop public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bishop are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bishop include: Bishop Elementary School vs. Round Valley Elementary School
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