For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,391 students in Bonita, CA (there are , serving 68 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Bonita, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Bonita, CA are Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School and Valley Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bonita, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Bonita have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bonita, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4300 Allen School Rd.
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-3662
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-3662
Grades: K-6
| 405 students
Rank: #22.
Sunnyside Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5430 San Miguel Rd.
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-0571
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-0571
Grades: K-6
| 443 students
Rank: #33.
Valley Vista Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3724 Valley Vista Way
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-7171
Bonita, CA 91902
(619) 479-7171
Grades: K-6
| 543 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bonita, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Bonita, CA include Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School and Valley Vista Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Bonita?
3 public schools are located in Bonita.
What percentage of students in Bonita go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Bonita are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bonita?
Bonita public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bonita are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bonita include: Valley Vista Elementary School vs. Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School vs. Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School, Allen (Ella B.) Elementary School vs. Sunnyside Elementary School
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