For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,694 students in 92116, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 949 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 92116, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92116, CA are Garfield Elementary School, San Diego Global Vision Academy and Normal Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92116 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92116, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92116, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4487 Oregon St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4300
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4300
Grades: K-5
| 302 students
Rank: #22.
San Diego Global Vision Academy
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3430 School St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
Grades: K-8
| 432 students
Rank: #33.
Normal Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3750 Ward Rd.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 584-6000
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 584-6000
Grades: K-5
| 292 students
Rank: #44.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4481 Copeland Ave.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 344-3000
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 344-3000
Grades: K-5
| 379 students
Rank: #55.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4672 35th St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4200
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4200
Grades: K-5
| 289 students
92116, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4836 Utah St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 624-9232
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 624-9232
Grades: 7-9
| 11 students
4041 Oregon St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 293-4467
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 293-4467
Grades: K-5
| 140 students
3430 Sch St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
Grades: 6-8
| 85 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92116, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92116, CA include Garfield Elementary School, San Diego Global Vision Academy and Normal Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92116?
5 public schools are located in 92116.
What percentage of students in 92116 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 92116 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92116?
92116 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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