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Best San Diego County Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 195 public high schools serving 179,413 students in San Diego County, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in San Diego County, CA are Canyon Crest Academy, Mt. Everest Academy and Westview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Diego County, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in San Diego County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
San Diego County, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Canyon Crest Academy, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in San Diego County (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Crest Academy
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
5951 Village Center Loop Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 350-0253
Gr: 9-12 | 2,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Mt. Everest Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4350 Mt. Everest Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Westview High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
13500 Camino Del Sur
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 780-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,186 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Del Norte High School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
16601 Nighthawk Ln.
San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 487-0877
Gr: 9-12 | 2,564 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Rancho Bernardo High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
13010 Paseo Lucido
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 485-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,278 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Sage Creek High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3900 Bobcat Blvd.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,358 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Scripps Ranch High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
10410 Falcon Way
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 302-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,920 student Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #88.
Helix High School
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7323 University Ave.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 644-1940
Gr: 9-12 | 2,544 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #99.
Mission Vista High School
Alternative School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1306 Melrose Dr.
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 758-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,662 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #1010.
Coronado High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
650 D Ave.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8907
Gr: 9-12 | 1,004 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1111.
Torrey Pines High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3710 Del Mar Heights Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 755-0125
Gr: 9-12 | 2,644 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1212.
River Valley Charter
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9707 1/2 Marilla Dr.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2579
Gr: 7-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #1313.
La Jolla High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
750 Nautilus St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 634-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,213 student Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1414.
Mt. Carmel High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9550 Carmel Mountain Rd.
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-1180
Gr: 9-12 | 1,831 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1515.
Grossmont Middle College High School
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8800 Grossmont College Dr.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 644-7524
Gr: 11-12 | 51 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #1616.
University City High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6949 Genesee Ave.
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 605-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,505 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1717.
San Dieguito High School Academy
(Math: 54% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
800 Santa Fe Dr.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-1121
Gr: 9-12 | 1,954 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1818.
Eastlake High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1120 Eastlake Pkwy.
Chula Vista, CA 91915
(619) 397-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,710 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1919.
Mira Mesa High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
10510 Marauder Way
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-2262
Gr: 9-12 | 2,228 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #2020.
Classical Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
207 East Pennsylvania Ave.
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 480-9845
Gr: 9-12 | 1,298 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #2121.
Carlsbad Seaside Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3557 Monroe St.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5299
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #2222.
Mountain Valley Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1010 Ramona St.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-3600
Gr: K-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #2323.
Literacy First Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
799 East Washington Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 579-7232
Gr: K-12 | 2,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #2424.
Poway High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
15500 Espola Rd.
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 748-0245
Gr: 9-12 | 2,161 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #2525.
High Tech High North County
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1420 San Marcos Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(760) 759-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #2626.
Carlsbad High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3557 Monroe St.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,365 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #2727.
Henry High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6702 Wandermere Dr.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,512 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #2828.
San Diego International Studies
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 72% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1405 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 525-7464
Gr: 9-12 | 1,056 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #2929.
Steele Canyon High School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12440 Campo Rd.
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 660-3550
Gr: 9-12 | 2,147 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #3030.
Santana High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9915 North Magnolia Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0211
Gr: 9-12 | 1,712 student Student-teacher ratio: 95:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #3131.
Olympian High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1925 Magdalena Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 656-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,324 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #3232.
Coastal Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4096 Calle Platino
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 631-4020
Gr: K-12 | 1,876 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #3333.
La Costa Canyon High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1 Maverick Way
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 436-6136
Gr: 9-12 | 1,768 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #3434.
Otay Ranch Senior High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1250 Olympic Pkwy.
Chula Vista, CA 91913
(619) 591-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,546 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #3535.
Greater San Diego Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
14545 Lyons Valley Rd.
Jamul, CA 91935
(619) 669-3050
Gr: K-12 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
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San Diego County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
A. Phillip Randolph Leadership Academy (Closed 2008)
5285 Imperial Ave.
San Diego, CA 92114
(619) 236-8028
Gr: 7-12 | 88 students
Academy Of Arts And Science : El Cajon Middle And High (6-12) (Closed 2023)
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 329-4227
Gr: 6-12 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Academy Of Arts And Sciences: Del Mar Elementary (K-5) (Closed 2023)
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
Gr: K-5 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Academy Of Arts And Sciences: El Cajon Elementary (K-5) (Closed 2023)
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
Gr: K-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Albert Einstein Academy Charter Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3035 Ash St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 795-1190
Gr: K-5 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
All Tribes American Indian Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
34320 Valley Center Rd
Valley Center, CA 92082
(760) 749-5982
Gr: 6-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Alpine Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2001 Tavern Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-3245
Gr: 6-8
Alpine Elementary School (Closed 2020)
1850 Alpine Blvd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-2625
Gr: 1-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
America's Finest Charter (Closed 2021)
Charter School
730 45th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 694-4809
Gr: K-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Arroyo Paseo Charter High School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
3773 El Cajon Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92176
(619) 677-3017
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Audeo Valley Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
27130 Eucalyptus Ave. Ste. A
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Ballantyne (John) Elementary School (Closed 2005)
165 Roanoke Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 588-3118
Gr: K-6 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Bayshore Preparatory Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1175 Linda Vista Dr.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 471-0847
Gr: K-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Bayview Terrace Elementary School (Closed 2014)
2445 Fogg St
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 273-5244
Gr: K-5 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Beacon Classical Academy National City (Closed 2018)
2400 Euclid Ave.
National City, CA 91950
(619) 267-1294
Gr: K-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Beyer Elementary School (Closed 2013)
2312 East Beyer Blvd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1154
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Bonsall Charter Academy For Learning (Closed 2008)
Charter School
31505 Old River Rd.
Bonsall, CA 92003
(760) 631-6100
Gr: 7-12 | 95 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Bostonia Global (Closed 2023)
1390 Brd.way
El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 588-3121
Bostonia Language Academy (Closed 2023)
1390 E. Brd.way
El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 588-3121
Gr: K-8 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Bounce Back Independent Study High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
467 Moss St
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 585-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,152 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Cabrillo Point Academy (Closed 2021)
13915 Danielson St. #200
Poway, CA 92064
(619) 749-1974
Gr: K-12
Cajon Valley Community Day (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
165 Roanoke Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92022
(619) 588-3296
Gr: 3-8 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Center City High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
240 South Maple St.
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 480-3174
Gr: 9-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Challenges Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
707 Carey Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-7100
Gr: K-6 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Children's Conservation Academy (Closed 2008)
9p.o. Box 621
San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 501-034
Gr: K-5 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Clair W. Burgener Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
707 Carey Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Coastal Academy (Closed 2018)
4096 Calle Platino
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 631-4020
Gr: K-8 | 1,699 student Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
College Preparatory Middle - East County (Closed 2020)
3291 Buckman Springs Rd.
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 303-2782
Gr: 5-8
Community Collaborative Virtual - Sage Oak Chtr (Closed 2023)
1782 La Costa Meadows Dr., Ste
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
Gr: K-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Community Home Education (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
6401 Linda Vista Rd., Rm. 216
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 471-6010
Gr: K-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Community Montessori Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1441 Montiel Rd. Ste. 143
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 743-7880
Gr: K-8 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Coronado Pathways Charter (Closed 2017)
Charter School
555 D Ave.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 437-7256
Gr: K-12
Crawford Champs High School (Closed 2013)
4191 Colts Way
San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 583-2501
Gr: 9-12 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Crawford Idea High School (Closed 2013)
4191 Colts Way
San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 583-2502
Gr: 9-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Crawford Law And Business High School (Closed 2013)
4191 Colts Way
San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 583-2503
Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in San Diego County, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in San Diego County, CA include Canyon Crest Academy, Mt. Everest Academy and Westview High School.
How many public high schools are located in San Diego County?
195 public high schools are located in San Diego County.
What is the racial composition of students in San Diego County?
San Diego County public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in San Diego County are often viewed compared to one another?

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