For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 83 students in Pala, CA.
The top ranked public school in Pala, CA is Vivian Banks Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pala, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Pala have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pala, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vivian Banks Charter
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11800 Pala Mission Rd.
Pala, CA 92059
(760) 742-3300
Pala, CA 92059
(760) 742-3300
Grades: K-5
| 83 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pala, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Pala, CA include Vivian Banks Charter.
How many public schools are located in Pala?
1 public schools are located in Pala.
What is the racial composition of students in Pala?
Pala public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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