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Best 92101 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,285 students in 92101, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 92101, CA are Garfield High School, East Village Middle College High School and San Diego High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92101 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92101, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92101 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is E3 Civic High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92101, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1255 16th St.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 362-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
East Village Middle College High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1313 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 362-4769
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
San Diego High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1405 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 560-4610
Gr: 9-12 | 1,602 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
San Diego Virtual
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
600 West Broadway Ste. 230
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 713-7271
Gr: 9-12 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
E3 Civic High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
395 11th Ave. 6th Fl.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 546-0000
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
King-chavez Community High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
201 A St.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 704-1020
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #77.
Urban Discovery Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
840 14th St.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 788-4668
Gr: K-12 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 92101, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 92101, CA include Garfield High School, East Village Middle College High School and San Diego High School.
How many public high schools are located in 92101?
7 public high schools are located in 92101.
What is the racial composition of students in 92101?
92101 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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