For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,243 students in 92501, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 112 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 92501, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92501, CA are Bryant Elementary School, Riverside Virtual and Patricia Beatty Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92501 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92501, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92501, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4324 Third St.
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 788-7453
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 788-7453
Gr: K-6 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Virtual
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3380 14th St.
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 276-2006
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 276-2006
Gr: K-12 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Patricia Beatty Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4261 Latham Rd.
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 276-2070
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 276-2070
Gr: K-6 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Fremont Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1925 Orange St.
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 788-7466
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 788-7466
Gr: K-6 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Riverside County Juvenile Court
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3939 13th St.
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 826-6464
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 826-6464
Gr: K-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Cbk Charter
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3939 13th St.
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 826-6461
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 826-6461
Gr: 9-12 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Riverside County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3939 13th St.
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 826-6476
Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 826-6476
Gr: K-12 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92501, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92501, CA include Bryant Elementary School, Riverside Virtual and Patricia Beatty Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92501?
8 public schools are located in 92501.
What percentage of students in 92501 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 92501 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92501?
92501 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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