Apple Valley, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 70,178 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
This high desert town enjoys all four seasons, thanks to its proximity to both the desert and a mountain range.
Geography
This "high desert" town is located in Victor Valley.
Cultural Attractions
Apple Valley is home to the Victor Valley Museum and Art Gallery.
Recreation
Apple Valley has 14 parks and recreation centers, including the Horsemen's Center, which offers camping.
Historical
In the early 20th century, Apple Valley was home to many health spas and retreats because of its moderate climate.
Economy
One of the town's largest employers is the Apple Valley Unified School District.
| Math score of schools here versus the state average [details] | Lower |
| Reading score of schools here versus the state average[details] | Lower |
| Number of elementary schools | 19 |
| Number of middle schools | 14 |
| Number of high schools | 10 |
| America's Best Colleges in the location itself / within 30 miles / within 50 miles | 0 / 0 / 1 |
High schools ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Medal | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Education Center | Victorville, CA | Bronze | 1,125 |
| Los Osos High | Rancho Cucamonga, CA | Silver | 3,139 |
| Middle College High | San Bernardino, CA | Bronze | 182 |
Colleges ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Rank | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azusa Pacific University | Azusa, CA | Tier 3, Nat. U. | 8,084 |
| California Baptist University | Riverside, CA | #41, U.-Master's (W) | 3,775 |
| California State University--San Bernardino | San Bernardino, CA | Tier 3, U.-Master's (W) | 17,066 |
| Claremont McKenna College | Claremont, CA | #11, Lib. Arts | 1,135 |
| DeVry University--Pomona | Pomona, CA | Unranked | 1,717 |
| Harvey Mudd College | Claremont, CA | #14, Lib. Arts | 732 |
| La Sierra University | Riverside, CA | Tier 3, U.-Master's (W) | 1,749 |
| Loma Linda University | Loma Linda, CA | Unranked | N/A |
| Pomona College | Claremont, CA | #6, Lib. Arts | 1,547 |
| Scripps College | Claremont, CA | #27, Lib. Arts | 920 |
| University of California--Riverside | Riverside, CA | #89, Nat. U. | 17,187 |
| University of La Verne | La Verne, CA | Tier 3, Nat. U. | 3,907 |
| University of Redlands | Redlands, CA | #8, U.-Master's (W) | 4,188 |
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