For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,146 students in Calexico, CA (there are , serving 941 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Calexico, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Calexico, CA are Calexico High School, Enrique Camarena Jr. High School and Blanche Charles Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Calexico, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Calexico have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Calexico, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calexico High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1030 Encinas Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3980
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3980
Gr: 9-12 | 2,718 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Enrique Camarena Jr. High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 East Rivera Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3808
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3808
Gr: 7-8 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #33.
Blanche Charles Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Kloke Rd.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3910
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3910
Gr: K-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1251 East Zapata St.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-6400
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-6400
Gr: K-6 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1120 East Seventh St.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3812
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3812
Gr: K-6 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Mains Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
655 Sheridan Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3900
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3900
Gr: K-6 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
William Moreno Junior High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Kloke Rd.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3960
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3960
Gr: 7-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #88.
Rockwood Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Rockwood Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3832
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3832
Gr: K-6 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Kennedy Gardens Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Rockwood Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3842
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3842
Gr: K-6 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Aurora High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1391 Kloke Rd.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3940
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3940
Gr: 9-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Dool Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 Encinas Ave.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3820
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3820
Gr: K-6 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Pinnacle Hall Community Day
Alternative School
1391 Kloke Rd.
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3914
Calexico, CA 92231
(760) 768-3914
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Calexico, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Calexico, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Calexico, CA include Calexico High School, Enrique Camarena Jr. High School and Blanche Charles Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Calexico?
12 public schools are located in Calexico.
What percentage of students in Calexico go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Calexico are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Calexico?
Calexico public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Calexico are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Calexico include: Dool Elementary School vs. Jefferson Elementary School, Mains Elementary School vs. Blanche Charles Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School vs. Dool Elementary School
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