For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,189 students in Salton City, CA.
The top ranked public schools in Salton City, CA are Sea View Elementary School and West Shores High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Salton City, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Salton City have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Salton City, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sea View Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2467 Sea Shore Ave.
Salton City, CA 92275
(760) 848-1565
Salton City, CA 92275
(760) 848-1565
Grades: K-6
| 676 students
Rank: #22.
West Shores High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2381 Shore Hawk Ave.
Salton City, CA 92275
(760) 848-1360
Salton City, CA 92275
(760) 848-1360
Grades: 7-12
| 513 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Salton City, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Salton City, CA include Sea View Elementary School and West Shores High School.
How many public schools are located in Salton City?
2 public schools are located in Salton City.
What is the racial composition of students in Salton City?
Salton City public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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