2023 Best High Schools in Imperial County

• Calexico, CA•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.95 out of 5  22 reviews

Junior: Its a really good school, it helps you learn and explore yourself throughout the school years. The school has clean facilities and it has new buildings, tho I would like the lockers to be a little bit bigger to fit more stuff inside but overall that is all my complaints, you are able to get along with people and they have good academic classes. You are very safe in the facilites nothing bad happens. Your teachers will treat you nicely and they treat you well. We have lots of space throughout the school. Sports are a great way to spend your evening and everyone gets along in these. You have transportation and you are very free to choose the way you style your hair and the way you style your nails. If you choose to take AP classes they will help you a lot withing your school year and for your future college applications, it is a Catholic school so religion is implemented but they accept you if you are from other religions.... Read 22 reviews

• grade A

• Students 280

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Imperial Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  221 reviews

Senior: Imperial High School is overall a great school to attend for your education. They employ highly-qualified teachers who help prepare you for your future. The teachers greatly care about your education and will help you succeed in every way possible. The environment of the school is great too! You can easily make friends at the campus and find a community that's fit for you. Everyone is extremely friendly. If you like sports, this school is just for you! People actively attend sports events, and the enthusiasm is always high.... Read 221 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,337

• Student-teacher ratio 25:1

• Central Union High School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  329 reviews

Senior: Overall it was a great high school experience, there is lots to do. Many clubs, sports teams, afterschool programs, and classes to take, are sure to interest many students. Educational wise, there are AP classes, IB classes, the IB diploma, and dual enrollment in partnership with our local community college, IVC. All of these are ways that the students can work on gaining college credits during their time in high school and better prepare for the future. Other pathways in the school are SAVAPA and HOSA, which help enrich the students with experience for the major they are thinking of focusing on when they continue their studies after high school. SAVAPA focuses on the arts and is made up of different components, visual arts, animation, theater, and dance. HOSA, on the other hand, is a pathway for those interested in the medical field, it nurtures future health professionals, helping them pinpoint what area they want to focus on studying. Overall the school is very well-rounded.... Read 329 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,987

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Central Union High School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  323 reviews

Junior: Great atmosphere, small school, very peppy along with a competitive sports drive and the grand addition of The Great Spartan Band. Contains an array of diversity. Great staff and administrative support for an easier transition from middle school. Highly recommended!... Read 323 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,984

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Calipatria Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  104 reviews

Alum: The overall Calipatria High experience as a student is very great. One can easily get involved in sports, clubs, and other extra curriculars. The staff and teachers are very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, one major are in which the school is lacking is university preparation. A lot of resources are provided for students who are falling behind, and in my experience as a top student applying to multiple four-year universities, not much help was provided. Staff would give reminders such as "remember to do your fafsa", but were not as helpful as when helping students who fell behind. Also, there was only two classes out of my entire high school career which challenged me. It is not very academically rigorous.... Read 104 reviews

• grade B

• Students 346

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Holtville Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.05 out of 5  62 reviews

Niche User: If you enjoy having a tight knit community, Holtville High School would be a good fit. There are many sports for students to chose from however, there are not many options for classes or clubs. There is few AP classes offered on campus but the school allows students to take AP classes online at freedom academy. Staff at Holtville High School is very helpful. The main downside is the lack of variety for classes and clubs, although this isn't much of a problem unless a student is looking to apply to a very competitive university. If this is the case, the school has provided a good solution with the option to take additional classes at freedom academy.... Read 62 reviews

• grade B

• Students 538

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Brawley Union High School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.41 out of 5  312 reviews

Senior: What I liked about Brawley Union High School was that anyone can be involved at the school whether it’s dances, clubs, student body. There is a place for everyone even if it’s a club, anyone can actually start a club ad long as you have 10 people willing to have it. You always feel welcomed by staff. You have 6 classes but only have 3 a day and I think it’s a good strategy for students because you don’t have to be overwhelmed with your work. You have an extra day basically and I think it pays off for students. I can’t think of something I would change about Brawley Union High because it’s a fun experience you’ll never forget.... Read 312 reviews

• grade B

• Students 1,878

• Student-teacher ratio 26:1

• San Pasqual Valley Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.18 out of 5  22 reviews

Parent: They have an excellent dedicated staff and the teachers are great along with the students. Just wish they had the students had more electives to choose from.... Read 22 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 170

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Calexico, CA•

• Private School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4 out of 5  16 reviews

Senior: In my experience with Calexico Mission School all these years from attending from fourth grade to now my Senior year, has been excellent. All these years I've been there, they've helped me a lot into growing into the person I've become. I have nothing but good things to say except that their college readiness could improve and so could their clubs and activities. Some years ago they had may different clubs in which students could sign up and express themselves in which they could, but they sadly took that away. If the administration could possibly bring back any club that could be added into a students transcript would help a lot in a students college journey. Aside from what they could improve, Calexico Mission School teachers and students have this special connection that I've never seen before and is rare. They care about each other in a way that you could call the school a family.... Read 16 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 336

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Calexico Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.17 out of 5  426 reviews

Senior: I like Calexico High School because they open the doors, and support me to adapt, learn, and know-how in a US education. I moved from Mexico to achieve the American dream of studying for my desired college major. When I first arrived I had scuffled with the shift from Spanish to English, nowadays I have a great understanding of the English language. Despite the initial language barrier I thrive to be the best at everything I set my mind to and always find ways to improve my performance. Academically speaking I’m currently an honor roll student, involved in community service, and active Vice president of the Robotics Club. They also brought students the resources and materials to provide a better education. For example, during the pandemic, they give us school MacBooks to continue our online-distance courses during the 2020-2021 school term. I think they should encourage students to go to a 4-year university rather than a community college. And they should keep track of A-G's needs.... Read 426 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 2,974

• Student-teacher ratio 24:1

• Brawley Union High School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Niche User: I spent the last two years there and it was awesome the classes are super easy and the teachers are really nice and cool. Some of my favorite memories are from those two years. Very small school, very small classes which meant more one on one time with the teachers. And at the end of the semester we would get ice cream. When you are a senior you can graduate early and we have a barbecue. I wish I could go back and do all my four years in that high school. It was the best time of my life so far.... Read 1 review

• grade C

• Students 121

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Coachella Valley Unified School District, CA•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  100 reviews

Junior: West Shores High School is a small community with big dreams. Everybody knows everybody, but at times it makes me think what else the world has to offer me. Great school! Lots of communication and one on one with my teachers.... Read 100 reviews

• grade C

• Students 557

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Central Union High School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Alum: Attending Desert Oasis High School was a great experience for me. I learned a lot from other students and teachers while I was there. I had many ups and downs but everything worked out in the end. During my time there, I met some of the most amazing people and I still talk to many of them to this day. I will never forget going to school there.... Read 3 reviews

• grade C

• Students 134

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Calexico Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  9 reviews

Niche User: The academic offers includes general classes. Teachers are very responsible and make their classes fun. The courses are fun and easy. Its a very good school and teachers help you a lot with your work. The test were hard but studying and getting prepared maked them easy.... Read 9 reviews

• grade C minus

• Students 121

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Imperial County Office of Education, CA•

• K-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 441

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Imperial County Office of Education, CA•

• K-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 158

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Brawley, CA•

• Private School•

• K-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 98

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• El Centro, CA•

• Private School•

• K-11

• grade unavailable

• Students 61

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Central Union High School District, CA•

• 9-10

• grade unavailable

• Students 35

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Imperial Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 34

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Imperial, CA•

• Private School•

• 1-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 27

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Brawley Union High School District, CA•

• 9-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 20

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Holtville Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 16

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• San Pasqual Valley Unified School District, CA•

• 9-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 14

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Westmorland, CA•

• Private School•

• 3-12

• grade unavailable

• Students 13

• Student-teacher ratio 4:1