For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,386 students in 92126, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 542 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 92126, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 92126, CA are Hickman Elementary School, Jonas Salk Elementary School and Ericson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92126 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92126, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92126, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hickman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10850 Montongo St.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-5210
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-5210
Grades: K-5
| 453 students
Rank: #22.
Jonas Salk Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7825 Flanders Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 935-2100
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 935-2100
Grades: K-5
| 632 students
Rank: #33.
Ericson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11174 W.onhill Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0505
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0505
Grades: K-5
| 631 students
Rank: #44.
Sandburg Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11230 Avenida Del Gato
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0510
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0510
Grades: K-5
| 490 students
Rank: #55.
Challenger Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10810 Parkdale Ave.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-7001
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-7001
Grades: 6-8
| 841 students
Rank: #66.
Mira Mesa High School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10510 Marauder Way
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-2262
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-2262
Grades: 9-12
| 2,219 students
Rank: #77.
Hage Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9750 Galvin Ave.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0273
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0273
Grades: K-5
| 526 students
Rank: #88.
Wangenheim Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9230 Gold Coast Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 605-2250
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 605-2250
Grades: 6-8
| 712 students
Rank: #99.
Mason Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10340 San Ramon Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0410
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0410
Grades: K-5
| 480 students
Rank: #1010.
Walker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9225 Hillery Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 987-5100
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 987-5100
Grades: K-5
| 402 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92126, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92126, CA include Hickman Elementary School, Jonas Salk Elementary School and Ericson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92126?
10 public schools are located in 92126.
What percentage of students in 92126 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 92126 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92126?
92126 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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