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Best 92121 California Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 3,030 students in 92121, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92121, CA are Audeo Charter Ii, Altus Schools Audeo and Altus Schools East County. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92121 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92121, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92121, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Audeo Charter Ii
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3821 Plaza Drive Ste. 402
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Gr: K-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Altus Schools Audeo
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
10170 Huennekens St.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Gr: K-12 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Altus Schools East County
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
111 Fletcher Pkwy.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2020
Gr: 7-12 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Altus Schools Charter School Of San Diego
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
10170 Huennekens St.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2020
Gr: 6-12 | 1,375 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Altus Schools Mirus Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
14135 Main St. Ste. 201
San Diego, CA 92121
(760) 947-7100
Gr: 7-12 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Altus Schools North County
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
200 East Via Rancho Pkwy.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Gr: 6-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Audeo Valley Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
27130 Eucalyptus Ave. Ste. A
San Diego, CA 92121
(951) 242-6646
Gr: 6-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92121, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92121, CA include Audeo Charter Ii, Altus Schools Audeo and Altus Schools East County.
How many public middle schools are located in 92121?
7 public middle schools are located in 92121.
What is the racial composition of students in 92121?
92121 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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