For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,383 students in 92104, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,270 private students). 52% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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
Gr: K-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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
Gr: 1-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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?
52% 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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