San Pasqual Valley Elementary

Tucked into the far southeastern corner of California along the Colorado River, Winterhaven is a small, tight-knit community where nearly everyone knows everyone — and San Pasqual Valley Elementary reflects that intimate character. The school serves a largely rural population with deep ties to the Quechan Nation and the surrounding agricultural landscape, making it a place where community connection is woven into daily life. Families here tend to be rooted in the area for generations, and while academics are a work in progress, the school's science scores show a bright spot worth building on.