For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,530 students in 92101, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 368 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 92101, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92101, CA are Garfield High School, East Village Middle College High School and San Diego High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92101 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92101, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92101, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1255 16th St.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 362-4500
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 362-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
East Village Middle College High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1313 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 362-4769
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 362-4769
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
San Diego High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1405 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 560-4610
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 560-4610
Gr: 9-12 | 1,602 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
San Diego Virtual
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 West Broadway Ste. 230
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 713-7271
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 713-7271
Gr: 9-12 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1789 State St.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 344-6300
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 344-6300
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
E3 Civic High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
395 11th Ave. 6th Fl.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 546-0000
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 546-0000
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
King-chavez Community High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 A St.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 704-1020
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 704-1020
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #88.
Urban Discovery Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
840 14th St.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 788-4668
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 788-4668
Gr: K-12 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92101, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92101, CA include Garfield High School, East Village Middle College High School and San Diego High School.
How many public schools are located in 92101?
8 public schools are located in 92101.
What percentage of students in 92101 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 92101 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92101?
92101 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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