For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 581 students in 92342, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92342, CA are Academy Of Careers And Exploration, Riverview Middle School and Independence Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92342 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92342, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92342, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Careers And Exploration
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13943 Rivers Edge Rd.
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1266
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1266
Gr: 7-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Riverview Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13943 Rivers Edge Rd.
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1266
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1266
Gr: 7-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Independence Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15350 Riverview Rd., Po Box 24
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1760
Helendale, CA 92342
(760) 952-1760
Gr: K-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92342, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92342, CA include Academy Of Careers And Exploration, Riverview Middle School and Independence Charter Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 92342?
3 public middle schools are located in 92342.
What is the racial composition of students in 92342?
92342 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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