- Dr. Augustine Ramirez Intermediate — Grades 7–8 · 1,228 students
- El Cerrito Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,218 students
- River Heights Intermediate — Grades 7–8 · 1,203 students
- Citrus Hills Intermediate — Grades 7–8 · 919 students
- Corona Fundamental Intermediate — Grades 6–8 · 754 students
- Norco Intermediate — Grades 7–8 · 726 students
- Auburndale Intermediate — Grades 7–8 · 640 students
- Letha Raney Intermediate — Grades 6–8 · 537 students
- Eleanor Roosevelt High — Grades 9–12 · 4,353 students
- Santiago High — Grades 9–12 · 3,577 students
- Centennial High — Grades 9–12 · 2,712 students
- Corona High — Grades 9–12 · 2,307 students
- Norco High — Grades 9–12 · 2,032 students
- John F. Kennedy High — Grades 9–12 · 694 students
- Lee V. Pollard High — Grades 9–12 · 413 students
- Orange Grove High — Grades 9–12 · 162 students
- Philistine Rondo School of Discovery — Grades K–6 · 1,226 students
- Clara Barton Elementary — Grades K–6 · 1,136 students
- Eastvale Elementary — Grades K–6 · 1,066 students
- Ronald Reagan Elementary — Grades K–6 · 1,063 students
- Harada Elementary — Grades K–6 · 1,056 students
- Cesar Chavez Academy — Grades K–8 · 1,024 students
- Dr. Bernice Jameson Todd Elementary — Grades K–6 · 1,018 students
- Rosa Parks Elementary — Grades K–6 · 970 students
- Home Gardens Academy — Grades K–8 · 961 students
- Louis VanderMolen Fundamental Elementary — Grades K–6 · 959 students
- George Washington Elementary — Grades K–6 · 861 students
- Garretson Elementary — Grades K–6 · 859 students
- Temescal Valley Elementary — Grades K–6 · 832 students
- Susan B. Anthony Elementary — Grades K–6 · 822 students
- Corona Ranch Elementary — Grades K–6 · 769 students
- Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary — Grades K–6 · 757 students
- Lincoln Fundamental Elementary — Grades K–6 · 754 students
- Orange Elementary — Grades K–6 · 746 students
- Woodrow Wilson Elementary — Grades K–6 · 696 students
- Benjamin Franklin Elementary — Grades K–6 · 673 students
- Foothill Elementary — Grades K–6 · 640 students
- Parkridge Elementary — Grades K–6 · 634 students
- John Stallings Elementary — Grades K–6 · 627 students
- Norco Elementary — Grades K–6 · 609 students
- William McKinley Elementary — Grades K–6 · 598 students
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| Metric | Corona-Norco Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 52 | 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 Corona-Norco Unified School District
Families searching for schools in Corona-Norco, California (ZIP 92860) are zoned to Corona-Norco Unified School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of California districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 52 schools, covering Kindergarten – 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 Corona-Norco 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
Corona-Norco Unified School District is a very large district with 52 schools serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Corona-Norco 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.
Corona-Norco 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 92860
Children in zip code 92860 are assigned to Corona-Norco Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 92860, 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 Corona-Norco Unified School District at (951)736-5000 or visit www.cnusd.k12.ca.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 Corona-Norco
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Corona-Norco Unified School District serves zip code 92860, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 92860 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 Corona-Norco 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 92860.
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 Corona-Norco Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 92860 data.