For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,042 students in 92879, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 92879, CA are Corona-norco Alternative and Home Gardens Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle schools in zipcode 92879 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92879, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92879, CA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Corona-norco Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
185 Magnolia Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3367
Gr: K-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Home Gardens Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13550 Tolton Ave.
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3219
Corona, CA 92879
(951) 736-3219
Gr: K-8 | 969 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 92879, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 92879, CA include Corona-norco Alternative and Home Gardens Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 92879?
3 public middle schools are located in 92879.
What is the racial composition of students in 92879?
92879 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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