For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,402 students in 92120, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 92120, CA are Magnolia Science Academy San Diego and Lewis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92120 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the California public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92120, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92120, CA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Magnolia Science Academy San Diego
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
| 439 students
Rank: #22.
Lewis Middle 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
| 963 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
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 middle schools in 92120, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 92120, CA include Magnolia Science Academy San Diego and Lewis Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92120?
2 public middle schools are located in 92120.
What is the racial composition of students in 92120?
92120 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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