For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,634 students in 92126, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92126, CA are Challenger Middle School and Wangenheim Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92126 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92126, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92126, CA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Challenger Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10810 Parkdale Ave.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-7001
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-7001
Gr: 6-8 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Wangenheim Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9230 Gold Coast Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 605-2250
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 605-2250
Gr: 6-8 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92126, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92126, CA include Challenger Middle School and Wangenheim Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92126?
2 public middle schools are located in 92126.
What is the racial composition of students in 92126?
92126 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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