- Chemawa Middle — Grades 7–8 · 885 students
- University Heights Middle — Grades 7–8 · 870 students
- Frank Augustus Miller Middle — Grades 7–8 · 844 students
- Matthew Gage Middle — Grades 7–8 · 840 students
- Sierra Middle — Grades 7–8 · 829 students
- Amelia Earhart Middle — Grades 7–8 · 743 students
- Central Middle — Grades 7–8 · 621 students
- Martin Luther King Jr. High — Grades 9–12 · 2,699 students
- Polytechnic High — Grades 9–12 · 2,484 students
- Ramona High — Grades 9–12 · 2,142 students
- John W. North High — Grades 9–12 · 2,011 students
- Arlington High — Grades 9–12 · 1,920 students
- Abraham Lincoln Continuation — Grades 9–12 · 148 students
- Raincross High (Continuation) — Grades 9–12 · 136 students
- Sunshine Special Education — Grades 12–12 · 74 students
- Mark Twain Elementary — Grades K–6 · 1,033 students
- Jefferson Elementary — Grades K–6 · 886 students
- John F. Kennedy Elementary — Grades K–6 · 864 students
- Mountain View Elementary — Grades K–6 · 851 students
- Highgrove Elementary — Grades K–6 · 848 students
- Washington Elementary — Grades K–6 · 818 students
- Benjamin Franklin Elementary — Grades K–6 · 767 students
- Lake Mathews Elementary — Grades K–6 · 733 students
- Longfellow Elementary — Grades K–6 · 701 students
- Tomas Rivera Elementary — Grades K–6 · 699 students
- Castle View Elementary — Grades K–6 · 684 students
- Pachappa Elementary — Grades K–6 · 676 students
- Madison Elementary — Grades K–6 · 675 students
- Emerson Elementary — Grades K–6 · 669 students
- Riverside STEM Academy — Grades 5–12 · 665 students
- Hawthorne Elementary — Grades K–6 · 663 students
- Woodcrest Elementary — Grades K–6 · 660 students
- Jackson Elementary — Grades K–6 · 657 students
- Liberty Elementary — Grades K–6 · 651 students
- William Howard Taft Elementary — Grades K–6 · 635 students
- Alcott Elementary — Grades K–6 · 603 students
- Harada Elementary — Grades K–6 · 603 students
- Monroe Elementary — Grades K–6 · 596 students
- Fremont Elementary — Grades K–6 · 593 students
- Harrison Elementary — Grades K–6 · 571 students
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| Metric | Riverside Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Riverside Unified School District
Families searching for schools in Riverside, California (ZIP 92506) are zoned to Riverside Unified School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of California districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 1 school, covering Pre-K – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Riverside Unified School District runs approximately $15,700 annually, placing it near the California state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Riverside Unified School District is a small, community-focused district with 1 schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Riverside Unified School District 6 out of 10 — average among California public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Riverside Unified School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 92506
Children in zip code 92506 are assigned to Riverside Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 92506, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Riverside Unified School District at (870)237-4329 or visit riverside.crsc.k12.ar.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Riverside
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Riverside Unified School District serves zip code 92506, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 92506 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Riverside Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 92506.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Riverside Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 92506 data.