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Best 92227 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,258 students in 92227, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 232 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 92227, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92227, CA are Mulberry Elementary School, Magnolia Union Elementary School and Landers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92227 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92227, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92227, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mulberry Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1391 East Rutherford Rd.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 344-8600
Gr: K-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Magnolia Union Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4502 Casey Rd.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 344-2494
Gr: K-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Landers Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
56450 Reche Rd.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 364-2382
Gr: K-6 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Myron D. Witter Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
150 K St.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 344-0750
Gr: K-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Brawley Union High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
480 North Imperial Ave.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 312-6073
Gr: 9-12 | 1,863 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Phil D. Swing Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
245 West A St.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 344-3350
Gr: K-5 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
615 South Cesar Chavez St.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 344-0431
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Barbara Worth Junior High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
385 D St.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 344-2153
Gr: 6-8 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
J. W. Oakley Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1401 B St.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 344-4620
Gr: K-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Desert Valley High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
104 West Magnolia St.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 312-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: n/an/a
Padilla-pace Middle School
715 South Ceasar Chavez
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 351-5060
Gr: 6-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Renaissance
Alternative School
104 Magnolia Ave.
Brawley, CA 92227
(760) 312-5110
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 92227, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92227, CA include Mulberry Elementary School, Magnolia Union Elementary School and Landers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92227?
12 public schools are located in 92227.
What percentage of students in 92227 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 92227 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92227?
92227 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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