For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,619 students in 92119, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 402 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 92119, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92119, CA are Benchley/weinberger Elementary School, Green Elementary School and Pershing Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92119 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92119, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92119, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benchley/weinberger Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6269 Twin Lake Dr.
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 463-9271
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 463-9271
Grades: K-5
| 558 students
Rank: #22.
Green Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7030 Wandermere Pl.
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 460-5755
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 460-5755
Grades: K-5
| 493 students
Rank: #33.
Pershing Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8204 San Carlos Dr.
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 362-3550
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 362-3550
Grades: 6-8
| 873 students
Rank: #44.
Gage Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6811 Bisby Lake Ave.
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 463-0202
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 463-0202
Grades: K-5
| 695 students
92119, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6365 Lake Atlin Ave
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 644-1300
San Diego, CA 92119
(619) 644-1300
Grades: 6-12
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92119, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92119, CA include Benchley/weinberger Elementary School, Green Elementary School and Pershing Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 92119?
4 public schools are located in 92119.
What percentage of students in 92119 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 92119 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92119?
92119 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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