For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,672 students in Imperial, CA (there are , serving 137 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Imperial, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Imperial, CA are Imperial Ave. Holbrook High School, Ben Hulse Elementary School and Frank M. Wright Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Imperial, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Imperial have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Imperial, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Imperial Ave. Holbrook High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
322 North Imperial Ave.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3207
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3207
Grades: 9-12
| 49 students
Rank: #22.
Ben Hulse Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
303 South D St.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3210
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3210
Grades: K-5
| 826 students
Rank: #33.
Frank M. Wright Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
885 North Imperial Ave.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3240
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3240
Grades: 6-8
| 1,077 students
Rank: #44.
Imperial High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
517 West Barioni Blvd.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3220
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3220
Grades: 9-12
| 1,378 students
Rank: #55.
T. L. Waggoner Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
627 Joshua Tree St.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3266
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3266
Grades: K-5
| 594 students
Rank: #66.
Imperial Cross Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2462 Cross Rd.
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3250
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-3250
Grades: K-5
| 748 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Imperial, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Imperial, CA include Imperial Ave. Holbrook High School, Ben Hulse Elementary School and Frank M. Wright Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Imperial?
6 public schools are located in Imperial.
What percentage of students in Imperial go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Imperial are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Imperial?
Imperial public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Imperial are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Imperial include: T. L. Waggoner Elementary School vs. Ben Hulse Elementary School
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