Cottonwood

Cottonwood Elementary serves the small, rural community of Aguanga, tucked into the rolling hills of Riverside County where life moves at a slower, more close-knit pace than in the surrounding suburbs. The school's English scores show some solid footing, though math is an area where families may want to stay engaged and supplement at home. This is a school that likely appeals to families who value a tight community feel and rural upbringing over the competitive academic environments found in larger Inland Empire cities — the kind of place where everyone knows your kid's name.