For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,329 students in 92104, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,270 private students). 51% of all K-12 students in 92104, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92104, CA are Mckinley Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Edison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92104 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92104, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92104, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3045 Felton St.
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 282-7694
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 282-7694
Grades: K-5
| 573 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3770 Utah St.
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 344-3300
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 344-3300
Grades: K-5
| 381 students
Rank: #33.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4077 35th St.
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 344-5400
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 344-5400
Grades: K-5
| 361 students
Rank: #44.
Alba
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4041 Oregon St.
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 344-3900
San Diego, CA 92104
(619) 344-3900
Grades: 1-12
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92104, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92104, CA include Mckinley Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Edison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92104?
4 public schools are located in 92104.
What percentage of students in 92104 go to public school?
51% of all K-12 students in 92104 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92104?
92104 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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