For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,300 students in 92037, CA (there are 12 private schools, serving 3,674 private students). 47% 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 71% (versus the California public school average of 33%), 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92037, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
La Jolla Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1111 Marine St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 454-7196
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 454-7196
Grades: K-5
| 526 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 450 students
Rank: #33.
Bird Rock Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5371 La Jolla Hermosa Ave.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 488-0537
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 488-0537
Grades: K-5
| 416 students
Rank: #44.
Muirlands Middle School
(Math: 62% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 695 students
Rank: #55.
La Jolla High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
750 Nautilus St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 634-8000
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 634-8000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,213 students
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?
47% 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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