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Best 91786 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,801 students in 91786, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,198 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 91786, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91786, CA are Magnolia Elementary School, Upland High School and Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91786 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91786, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 91786, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
465 West 15th St.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 949-7750
Gr: K-6 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Upland High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
565 West 11th St.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 949-7880
Gr: 9-12 | 2,797 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1245 Veterans Ct.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 949-7740
Gr: K-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Sierra Vista Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
253 East 14th St.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 949-7780
Gr: K-6 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Upland Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
601 North Fifth Ave.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 949-7800
Gr: K-6 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1075 West 13th St.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 982-0347
Gr: K-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Baldy View Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
979 West 11th St.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 982-2564
Gr: K-6 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Citrus Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
925 West Seventh St.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 949-7731
Gr: K-6 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Cabrillo Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1562 West 11th St.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 985-2619
Gr: K-6 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Hillside High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1558 West Ninth St.
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 949-8400
Gr: 10-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 91786, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91786, CA include Magnolia Elementary School, Upland High School and Foothill Knolls Academy Of Innovation.
How many public schools are located in 91786?
10 public schools are located in 91786.
What percentage of students in 91786 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 91786 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91786?
91786 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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