For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,214 students in 92117, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 92117, CA are Mt. Everest Academy, John Muir Language Academy and Clairemont High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92117 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92117, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92117 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madison High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92117, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Everest Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4350 Mt. Everest Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
John Muir Language Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4431 Mt. Herbert Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 268-1954
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 268-1954
Gr: K-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Clairemont High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4150 Ute Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-2600
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Madison High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4833 Doliva Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 536-0336
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 536-0336
Gr: 9-12 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Whittier K-12
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 490-2770
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 490-2770
Gr: K-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
92117, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 92117, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 92117, CA include Mt. Everest Academy, John Muir Language Academy and Clairemont High School.
How many public high schools are located in 92117?
5 public high schools are located in 92117.
What is the racial composition of students in 92117?
92117 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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