For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,823 students in 92124, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 160 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 92124, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92124, CA are Kumeyaay Elementary School, Tierrasanta Elementary School and Vista Grande Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92124 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92124, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92124, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kumeyaay Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6475 Antigua Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92124
(619) 605-1500
San Diego, CA 92124
(619) 605-1500
Gr: K-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Tierrasanta Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5450 La Cuenta Dr.
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 496-8255
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 496-8255
Gr: K-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Vista Grande Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5606 Antigua Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 496-8290
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 496-8290
Gr: K-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
De Portola Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11010 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 496-8080
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 496-8080
Gr: 6-8 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Miller Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4343 Shields St.
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 221-5200
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 221-5200
Gr: K-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3303 Taussig St.
San Diego, CA 92124
(619) 605-3200
San Diego, CA 92124
(619) 605-3200
Gr: K-5 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #77.
Farb Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4880 La Cuenta Dr.
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 397-6750
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 397-6750
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #88.
Canyon Hills High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5156 Santo Rd.
San Diego, CA 92124
(619) 605-8100
San Diego, CA 92124
(619) 605-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92124, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92124, CA include Kumeyaay Elementary School, Tierrasanta Elementary School and Vista Grande Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92124?
8 public schools are located in 92124.
What percentage of students in 92124 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 92124 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92124?
92124 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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