For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,822 students in 92173, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 441 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 92173, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92173, CA are Vista Del Mar, Sunset Elementary School and San Ysidro Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92173 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92173, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92173, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vista Del Mar
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4885 Del Sol Blvd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 661-6753
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 661-6753
Gr: 6-8 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3825 Sunset Ln.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1148
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1148
Gr: K-6 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
San Ysidro Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4345 Otay Mesa Rd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-5551
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-5551
Gr: 7-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Willow Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
226 Willow Rd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2231
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2231
Gr: K-6 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Smythe Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1880 Smythe Ave.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4447
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4447
Gr: K-6 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
La Mirada Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
222 Avenida De La Madrid
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4424
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4424
Gr: K-6 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
George Nicoloff Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1777 Howard Ave.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1605
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1605
Gr: K-6 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
92173, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2312 East Beyer Blvd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1154
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1154
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
San Ysidro Community Day (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
4350 Otay Mesa Rd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
Gr: 6-8
226 Willow St.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
Gr: K-6 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92173, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92173, CA include Vista Del Mar, Sunset Elementary School and San Ysidro Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 92173?
7 public schools are located in 92173.
What percentage of students in 92173 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 92173 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92173?
92173 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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