For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,477 students in 92120, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92120, CA are Magnolia Science Academy San Diego and Lewis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92120 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92120, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92120, CA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
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 middle schools in 92120, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92120, CA include Magnolia Science Academy San Diego and Lewis Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92120?
2 public middle schools are located in 92120.
What is the racial composition of students in 92120?
92120 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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