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Best 92102 California Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public elementary schools serving 6,760 students in 92102, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 92102 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92102, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92102, CA Public Elementary 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 elementary schools in 92102, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92102, CA include Sherman Elementary School, Albert Einstein Academies and Golden Hill K-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92102?
15 public elementary schools are located in 92102.
What is the racial composition of students in 92102?
92102 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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