For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,117 students in 92120, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 466 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 92120, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92120, CA are Dailard Elementary School, Marvin Elementary School and Hearst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92120 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92120, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92120, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dailard Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6425 Cibola Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 860-5900
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 860-5900
Gr: K-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Marvin Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5720 Brunswick Ave.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 583-1355
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 583-1355
Gr: K-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Hearst Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6230 Del Cerro Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 860-5400
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 860-5400
Gr: K-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Science Academy San Diego
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6525 Estrella Ave.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 644-1300
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 644-1300
Gr: 6-8 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Lewis Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5170 Greenbrier Ave.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 510-4300
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 510-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 1,013 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Henry High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6702 Wandermere Dr.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-7700
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,485 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #77.
Foster Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6550 51st St.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 510-4100
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 510-4100
Gr: K-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
92120, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 329-4227
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 329-4227
Gr: 6-12 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
Gr: K-5 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
Gr: K-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
6536 Estrella Ave
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 255-9580
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 255-9580
Gr: K-1 | 82 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92120, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92120, CA include Dailard Elementary School, Marvin Elementary School and Hearst Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92120?
7 public schools are located in 92120.
What percentage of students in 92120 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 92120 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92120?
92120 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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