For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,330 students in 92037, CA (there are 12 private schools, serving 3,663 private students). 48% of all K-12 students in 92037, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92037, CA are La Jolla Elementary School, Torrey Pines Elementary School and Bird Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92037 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92037, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92037, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Jolla Elementary School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1111 Marine St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 605-3300
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 605-3300
Gr: K-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Torrey Pines Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8350 Cliffridge Ave.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 605-3700
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 605-3700
Gr: K-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Bird Rock Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5371 La Jolla Hermosa Ave.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 605-3500
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 605-3500
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Muirlands Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1056 Nautilus St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 459-4211
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 459-4211
Gr: 6-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
La Jolla High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
750 Nautilus St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 634-8000
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 634-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,174 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92037, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92037, CA include La Jolla Elementary School, Torrey Pines Elementary School and Bird Rock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92037?
5 public schools are located in 92037.
What percentage of students in 92037 go to public school?
48% of all K-12 students in 92037 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92037?
92037 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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