CALIFORNIA MILITARY INSTITUTE

California Military Institute is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Perris Union High school district, located in Perris, CA with about 1,017 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, California Military Institute has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

California Military Institute (CMI), located in Perris, California, is a unique public charter school within the Perris Union High School District that integrates a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with a military-style leadership program. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, the school utilizes a structured environment designed to foster academic excellence, self-discipline, and personal accountability. Rather than serving as a remedial or disciplinary facility, CMI operates as a school of choice, attracting students who thrive in a highly organized, regimented academic setting.

The school’s philosophy centers on the "Whole Student" approach, balancing traditional classroom instruction with a military leadership model that emphasizes honor, integrity, and community service. Students participate in mandatory JROTC coursework and follow a daily routine that includes inspections, drill and ceremony, and extracurricular opportunities such as athletic teams and academic clubs. By combining high academic expectations with leadership training, California Military Institute aims to prepare its graduates for success in higher education, the military, or their chosen career paths, equipping them with the soft skills and character traits necessary for civic responsibility.

For more information, contact California Military Institute at (951) 443-2731 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.