For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,004 students in 92120, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 466 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 92120, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 92120, CA are Dailard Elementary School, Marvin Elementary School and Hearst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92120 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92120, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92120, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dailard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6425 Cibola Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-1550
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-1550
Grades: K-5
| 520 students
Rank: #22.
Marvin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5720 Brunswick Ave.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 583-1355
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 583-1355
Grades: K-5
| 520 students
Rank: #33.
Hearst Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6230 Del Cerro Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 583-5704
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 583-5704
Grades: K-5
| 482 students
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Science Academy San Diego
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6525 Estrella Ave.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 644-1300
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 644-1300
Grades: 6-8
| 422 students
Rank: #55.
Henry High School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6702 Wandermere Dr.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-7700
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,607 students
Rank: #66.
Lewis Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5170 Greenbrier Ave.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 510-4300
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 510-4300
Grades: 6-8
| 971 students
Rank: #77.
Foster Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6550 51st St.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 510-4100
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 510-4100
Grades: K-5
| 482 students
92120, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 329-4227
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 329-4227
Grades: 6-12
| 517 students
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
Grades: K-5
| 163 students
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
Grades: K-5
| 484 students
Xara Garden Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
6536 Estrella Ave
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 255-9580
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 255-9580
Grades: K-1
| 82 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92120, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92120, CA include Dailard Elementary School, Marvin Elementary School and Hearst Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92120?
7 public schools are located in 92120.
What percentage of students in 92120 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 92120 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92120?
92120 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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