For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,097 students in 92122, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 497 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 92122, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92122, CA are Curie Elementary School, Spreckels Elementary School and University City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92122 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92122, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92122, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Curie Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4080 Governor Dr.
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 221-5500
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 221-5500
Gr: K-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Spreckels Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6033 Stadium St.
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 453-5377
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 453-5377
Gr: K-5 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
University City High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6949 Genesee Ave.
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 605-2800
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 605-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,465 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Doyle Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3950 Berino Ct.
San Diego, CA 92122
(619) 605-4500
San Diego, CA 92122
(619) 605-4500
Gr: K-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Standley Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6298 Radcliffe Dr.
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 605-2100
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 605-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92122, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92122, CA include Curie Elementary School, Spreckels Elementary School and University City High School.
How many public schools are located in 92122?
5 public schools are located in 92122.
What percentage of students in 92122 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 92122 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92122?
92122 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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