Clayton A. Record, Jr., Elementary

Tucked into the Inland Empire's San Jacinto Valley, Clayton A. Record, Jr., Elementary serves a tight-knit community nestled between the San Jacinto Mountains and the sprawling high desert landscape of Riverside County. Families here tend to be drawn to the area's more affordable housing and quieter pace compared to western parts of the region, and the school reflects the working-class, community-rooted character of the neighborhood. For families willing to supplement at home or get involved in the classroom, Record Elementary offers a familiar, approachable environment where kids grow up with a strong sense of place.