For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,694 students in 92116, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92116, CA are Garfield Elementary School, San Diego Global Vision Academy and Normal Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92116 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92116, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92116, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4487 Oregon St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4300
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4300
Gr: K-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
San Diego Global Vision Academy
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3430 School St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
Gr: K-8 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Normal Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3750 Ward Rd.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 584-6000
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 584-6000
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4481 Copeland Ave.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 344-3000
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 344-3000
Gr: K-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4672 35th St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4200
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4200
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
92116, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4836 Utah St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 624-9232
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 624-9232
Gr: 7-9 | 11 students
4041 Oregon St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 293-4467
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 293-4467
Gr: K-5 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
3430 Sch St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
Gr: 6-8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 92116, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92116, CA include Garfield Elementary School, San Diego Global Vision Academy and Normal Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92116?
5 public elementary schools are located in 92116.
What is the racial composition of students in 92116?
92116 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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