For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,525 students in 92120, CA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 92120 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92120, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92120, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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) 286-1550
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-1550
Gr: K-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Hearst Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6230 Del Cerro Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 583-5704
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 583-5704
Gr: K-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
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 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
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 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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 elementary schools in 92120, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92120, CA include Dailard Elementary School, Marvin Elementary School and Hearst Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92120?
6 public elementary schools are located in 92120.
What is the racial composition of students in 92120?
92120 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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