Best Public Schools in Zip Code 91709

Zip code 91709 in Chino Hills, CA, is served by 16 schools within the Chino Valley Unified district, offering education from kindergarten through 12th grade, including 10 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high schools, with the district ranking in the top third statewide.

The area is characterized by exceptionally strong elementary and middle schools, with Country Springs Elementary ranking in the top 1% of the state and both Canyon Hills Junior High and Robert O. Townsend Junior High performing in the 90th percentile or higher. Among high schools, Ruben S. Ayala High stands out with a 99% graduation rate, outperforming the also-strong Chino Hills High. However, two alternative schools, Boys Republic High and Chino Valley Learning Academy, face significant challenges despite much higher per-student funding.

Key factors for success in these schools include low chronic absenteeism, with top performers like Hidden Trails Elementary at just 2%, and a clear trend where schools with lower absenteeism generally achieve higher test scores. While most schools in the zip code perform well above state averages, there is variation, with Glenmeade Elementary being the lowest-ranked traditional elementary school, highlighting that even within this high-achieving area, comparing individual school data on proficiency and attendance is important for families.