For the 2023-24 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,433 students in 92126, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 577 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 92126, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92126, CA are Challenger Middle School, Ericson Elementary School and Hage Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92126 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 92126, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92126, CA Public Schools (2023-24)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Challenger Middle School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10810 Parkdale Ave.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-7001
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-7001
Grades: 6-8
| 847 students
Rank: n/an/a
11174 W.onhill Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0505
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0505
Grades: K-5
| 645 students
Rank: n/an/a
9750 Galvin Ave.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0273
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0273
Grades: K-5
| 529 students
Rank: n/an/a
10850 Montongo St.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-5210
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-5210
Grades: K-5
| 433 students
Rank: n/an/a
7825 Flanders Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 935-2100
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 935-2100
Grades: K-5
| 596 students
Rank: n/an/a
10340 San Ramon Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0410
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0410
Grades: K-5
| 465 students
Rank: n/an/a
10510 Marauder Way
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-2262
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-2262
Grades: 9-12
| 2,289 students
Rank: n/an/a
11230 Avenida Del Gato
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0510
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0510
Grades: K-5
| 468 students
Rank: n/an/a
9225 Hillery Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 987-5100
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 987-5100
Grades: K-5
| 393 students
Rank: n/an/a
9230 Gold Coast Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 605-2250
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 605-2250
Grades: 6-8
| 768 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92126, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92126, CA include Challenger Middle School, Ericson Elementary School and Hage Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92126, CA?
10 public schools are located in 92126, CA.
What percentage of students in 92126, CA go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 92126, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92126, CA?
92126, CA public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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