For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 5,543 students in 92117, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 602 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 92117, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92117, CA are Mt. Everest Academy, Hawthorne Elementary School and Toler Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92117 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92117, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92117, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Everest Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4350 Mt. Everest Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
Gr: K-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4750 Lehrer Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 634-5701
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 634-5701
Gr: K-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Toler Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3350 Baker St.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 273-0294
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 273-0294
Gr: K-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Cadman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4370 Kamloop Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 397-6500
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 397-6500
Gr: K-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4680 Hidalgo St.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1200
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1200
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Marston Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3799 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 810-7500
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 810-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Field Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4375 Bannock Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5900
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5900
Gr: K-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #88.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6125 Printwood Way
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 987-5000
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 987-5000
Gr: K-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Innovation Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5095 Arvinels Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 278-5948
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 278-5948
Gr: 6-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
John Muir
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4431 Mt. Herbert Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 268-1954
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 268-1954
Gr: K-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Sequoia Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4690 Limerick Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1800
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1800
Gr: K-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1212.
Clairemont High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4150 Ute Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-2600
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1313.
Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4050 Appleton St.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 935-2900
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 935-2900
Gr: K-5 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1414.
Creative Performing And Media Arts
(Math: 18% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5050 Conrad Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5550
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5550
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1515.
Madison High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4833 Doliva Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 536-0336
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 536-0336
Gr: 9-12 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1616.
Whittier K-12
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 490-2770
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 490-2770
Gr: K-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92117, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92117, CA include Mt. Everest Academy, Hawthorne Elementary School and Toler Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92117?
16 public schools are located in 92117.
What percentage of students in 92117 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 92117 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92117?
92117 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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