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Best 92102 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 6,760 students in 92102, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 2,831 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 92102, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92102, CA are Sherman Elementary School, Albert Einstein Academies and Golden Hill K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92102 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92102, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92102, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
301 22nd St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 615-7000
Gr: K-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Albert Einstein Academies
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3035 Ash St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 795-1190
Gr: K-8 | 1,448 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Golden Hill K-8
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1240 33rd St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 236-5600
Gr: K-8 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4801 Elm St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 362-3000
Gr: K-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Chollas/mead Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
401 North 45th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 362-3300
Gr: K-5 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
America's Finest Charter
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
730 45th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 694-4809
Gr: K-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Kimbrough Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
321 Hoitt St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 362-4400
Gr: K-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Mcgill School Of Success
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3025 Fir St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 629-0770
Gr: K-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Gompers Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1005 47th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 263-2171
Gr: 6-12 | 1,175 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Millennial Tech Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1110 Carolina Ln.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 362-4650
Gr: 6-8 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
King-chavez Primary Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
415 31st St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 525-7320
Gr: K-3 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Horton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5050 Guymon St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 344-3700
Gr: K-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
King-chavez Arts And Athletics Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
415 31st St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 525-7320
Gr: 4-5 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Holly Drive Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4801 Elm St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 266-7333
Gr: K-8 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #1515.
King-chavez Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
500 30th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 744-3828
Gr: 6-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 92102, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92102, CA include Sherman Elementary School, Albert Einstein Academies and Golden Hill K-8.
How many public schools are located in 92102?
15 public schools are located in 92102.
What percentage of students in 92102 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 92102 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92102?
92102 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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