- Ivanhoe Elementary — 1.8 mi · Grades K–6 · 473 students
- Golden West High — 2.8 mi · Grades 9–12 · 2,059 students
- Valley Oak Middle — 3.0 mi · Grades 7–8 · 952 students
- Golden Oak Elementary — 3.1 mi · Grades K–6 · 631 students
- Elbow Creek Elementary — 3.3 mi · Grades K–6 · 514 students
- Mineral King Elementary — 3.7 mi · Grades K–6 · 569 students
- Four Creeks Elementary — 4.2 mi · Grades K–6 · 654 students
- Pinkham Elementary — 4.4 mi · Grades K–6 · 476 students
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| Metric | Visalia Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 28,893 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 41 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $18,930/yr | $17,619/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visalia Unified School District (this district) | 6/10 | 50th | 28,893 |
| Farmersville Unified School District | 2/10 | 13th | 2,451 |
| Cutler-Orosi Joint Unified School District | 5/10 | 42nd | 3,892 |
| Woodlake Unified School District | 4/10 | 30th | 2,099 |
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Ranked against 963 rated districts in CA → 50th percentile → 6/10.
Source: California Dept. of Education CAASPP Smarter Balanced, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Visalia Unified School District
Visalia Unified School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 93292 in Visalia, California. Serving students from Kindergarten – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 93292. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Visalia Unified School District 6 out of 10 — average among California public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in California’s CAASPP Smarter Balanced assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because California is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Visalia Unified School District falls near the middle of California on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. 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 93292
Children in zip code 93292 are assigned to Visalia 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 93292, 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 Visalia Unified School District at (559)730-7300 or visit www.vusd.org. 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 Visalia
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Visalia Unified School District serves zip code 93292, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 93292 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 Visalia 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 93292.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Visalia Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 93292 data.