For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,757 students in Coronado, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 432 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Coronado, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Coronado, CA are Silver Strand Elementary School, Coronado Village Elementary School and Coronado High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Coronado, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Coronado have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Coronado, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silver Strand Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1350 Leyte Rd.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8934
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8934
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Coronado Village Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
600 Sixth St.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8919
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8919
Gr: K-5 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Coronado High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
650 D Ave.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8907
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8907
Gr: 9-12 | 999 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Coronado Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
550 F Ave.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8921
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8921
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Coronado, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Coronado Pathways Charter (Closed 2017)
Charter School
555 D Ave.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 437-7256
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 437-7256
Gr: K-12
Palm Academy For Learning (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
650 D Ave.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 437-7256
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 437-7256
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Coronado, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Coronado, CA include Silver Strand Elementary School, Coronado Village Elementary School and Coronado High School.
How many public schools are located in Coronado?
5 public schools are located in Coronado.
What percentage of students in Coronado go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Coronado are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Coronado?
Coronado public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Coronado are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Coronado include: Silver Strand Elementary School vs. Coronado Village Elementary School, Coronado Village Elementary School vs. Silver Strand Elementary School
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