For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 380 students in 91942, CA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 91942, CA are Jcs - Manzanita and Sparrow Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 91942 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 91942, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91942, CA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jcs - Manzanita
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5300 Jackson Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 303-4344
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 303-4344
Gr: K-12 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Sparrow Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5150 Wilson St.
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 439-6327
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 439-6327
Gr: K-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 91942, CA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 91942, CA include Jcs - Manzanita and Sparrow Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 91942?
2 public charter schools are located in 91942.
What is the racial composition of students in 91942?
91942 public charter schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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