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Best 92102 California Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public elementary schools serving 6,920 students in 92102, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92102, CA are Sherman Elementary School, Albert Einstein Academies and Golden Hill K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92102 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92102, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92102, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
301 22nd St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 615-7000
Gr: K-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Albert Einstein Academies
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3035 Ash St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(858) 859-1550
Gr: K-8 | 1,438 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Golden Hill K-8
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1240 33rd St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 236-5600
Gr: K-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4801 Elm St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 362-3000
Gr: K-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Chollas/mead Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
401 North 45th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 362-3300
Gr: K-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
America's Finest Charter
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
730 45th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 694-4809
Gr: K-12 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Kimbrough Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
321 Hoitt St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 525-2010
Gr: K-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Mcgill School Of Success
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3025 Fir St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 629-0770
Gr: K-5 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Gompers Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1005 47th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 263-2171
Gr: 6-12 | 1,229 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Millennial Tech Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1110 Carolina Ln.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 362-4650
Gr: 6-8 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
King-chavez Primary Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
415 31st St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 525-7320
Gr: K-3 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Horton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5050 Guymon St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 344-3700
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
King-chavez Arts And Athletics Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
415 31st St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 525-7320
Gr: 4-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Holly Drive Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4801 Elm St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 266-7333
Gr: K-8 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #1515.
King-chavez Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
500 30th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 744-3828
Gr: 6-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 92102 California

92102, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
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%
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%
Fair Oaks Elementary School (Closed 2023)
3025 Fir St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 239-0632
Gr: K-1 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Gompers Charter Middle School (Closed 2011)
Charter School
1005 47th St
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 263-2171
Gr: 6-8
Health Sciences Middle School (Closed 2023)
3910 Univ Ave. Ste. 100
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 528-9070
Gr: 6-8
King-chavez Athletics Academy (Closed 2023)
415 31st St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 525-7320
Gr: 3-5
Promise Charter (Closed 2012)
Charter School
730 45th St
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 262-5083
Gr: K-8 | 235 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92102, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92102, CA include Sherman Elementary School, Albert Einstein Academies and Golden Hill K-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92102?
15 public elementary schools are located in 92102.
What is the racial composition of students in 92102?
92102 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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