Top 5 Best 92139 California Public Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,958 students in 92139, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92139, CA are Zamorano Elementary School, Penn Elementary School and San Diego Scpa. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92139 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92139, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92139, CA Public Elementary Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Zamorano Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2655 Casey St.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1400
Grades: K-5
| 831 students
Rank: #22.
Penn Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2797 Utica Dr.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1700
Grades: K-5
| 366 students
Rank: #33.
San Diego Scpa
(Math: 28% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2425 Dusk Dr.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 470-0555
Grades: 6-12
| 1,252 students
Rank: #44.
Perry Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6290 Oriskany Rd.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 479-4040
Grades: K-5
| 351 students
Rank: #55.
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6196 Childs Ave.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1600
Grades: K-5
| 212 students
Rank: #66.
Paradise Hills Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5816 Alleghany St.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 344-5200
Grades: K-5
| 214 students
Rank: #77.
Bell Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
620 Briarwood Rd.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1000
Grades: 6-8
| 732 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 92139, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92139, CA include Zamorano Elementary School, Penn Elementary School and San Diego Scpa.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92139, CA?
7 public elementary schools are located in 92139, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in 92139, CA?
92139, CA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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