For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 5,513 students in 92126, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 92126 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92126, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92126, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickman Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10850 Montongo St.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 634-8500
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 634-8500
Gr: K-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Jonas Salk Elementary 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
Gr: K-5 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Ericson Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11174 Westonhill Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0505
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0505
Gr: K-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Sandburg Elementary School
(Math: 70% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Challenger Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10810 Parkdale Ave.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 302-3000
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 302-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 960 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Hage Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9750 Galvin Ave.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 634-7700
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 634-7700
Gr: K-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Wangenheim Middle School
(Math: 38% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Mason Elementary School
(Math: 40% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #99.
Walker Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9225 Hillery Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 987-5100
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 987-5100
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92126, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92126, CA include Hickman Elementary School, Jonas Salk Elementary School and Ericson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92126?
9 public elementary schools are located in 92126.
What is the racial composition of students in 92126?
92126 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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