District Overview
Located at 161 West Williams St. in Banning, California, Banning Unified is an active, traditional public school district serving the educational needs of a large suburban community within the greater Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario metropolitan area. Operating 11 school facilities, the district delivers a complete educational pathway spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade, while also providing adult education opportunities to support lifelong learning. As a traditional, non-charter district, Banning Unified offers local families a stable and accessible academic infrastructure designed to guide students smoothly from early childhood through high school graduation.

Based on the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, the district serves a student body of 4,237 learners across its primary and secondary grade levels. To foster academic success and maintain a well-rounded educational environment, Banning Unified is backed by a robust staffing network totaling approximately 991 full-time equivalent employees. This includes a dedicated teaching staff of about 383 full-time equivalent educators, supported by more than 63 instructional aides and nearly 545 support staff members who facilitate district operations, health, and student well-being. Through its balanced staffing resources and community-focused mission, the district remains a vital asset for local families, educators, and educational researchers tracking public school performance in Southern California.
11
Total Schools
4,237
Total Students
383.2
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Banning Unified
Demographic Student Count
White389
Hispanic3,169
Black278
Asian180
Two or More137
American Indian74
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    3,169 (74.9%)
  • White
    389 (9.2%)
  • Black
    278 (6.6%)
  • Asian
    180 (4.3%)
  • Two or More
    137 (3.2%)
  • American Indian
    74 (1.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Banning Unified
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle1
High2
Other3
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:11
Students:4,237*
Teachers (FTE):383.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:11.1