For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 575 students in 92101, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92101, CA are Washington Elementary School and Urban Discovery Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92101 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92101, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92101, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 elementary schools in 92101, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92101, CA include Washington Elementary School and Urban Discovery Academy Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92101?
2 public elementary schools are located in 92101.
What is the racial composition of students in 92101?
92101 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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