For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,912 students in 92117, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 92117, CA are Mt. Everest Academy, Clairemont High School and Madison High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92117 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92117, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92117 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madison High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92117, CA Public High 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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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 high schools in 92117, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 92117, CA include Mt. Everest Academy, Clairemont High School and Madison High School.
How many public high schools are located in 92117?
4 public high schools are located in 92117.
What is the racial composition of students in 92117?
92117 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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