For the 2025 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 9,756 students in 91941, CA (there are , serving 368 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 91941, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 91941, CA are Helix High School, Murdock Elementary School and Murray Manor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91941 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91941, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91941, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Helix High School
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7323 University Ave.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 644-1940
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 644-1940
Grades: 9-12
| 2,544 students
Rank: #22.
Murdock Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4354 Conrad Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5775
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5775
Grades: K-6
| 617 students
Rank: #33.
Murray Manor Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8305 El Paso St.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5865
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5865
Grades: K-6
| 568 students
Rank: #44.
Lemon Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8787 Lemon Ave.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5835
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5835
Grades: K-6
| 513 students
Rank: #55.
Maryland Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5400 Maryland Ave.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5744
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5744
Grades: K-6
| 485 students
Rank: #66.
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy
(Math: 30% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9009 Park Plaza Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5810
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5810
Grades: 6-8
| 690 students
Rank: #77.
Northmont Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9405 Gregory St.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5830
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5830
Grades: K-6
| 427 students
Rank: #88.
Avocado Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3845 Avocado School Rd.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 588-3100
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 588-3100
Grades: K-5
| 600 students
Rank: #99.
Sparrow Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4207 Spring Gardens Rd.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 439-6327
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 439-6327
Grades: K-8
| 348 students
Rank: #1010.
Learning Choice Academy - Chula Vista
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
881 Kuhn Dr., Ste. 106
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 463-6801
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 463-6801
Grades: K-12
| 415 students
Rank: #1111.
The Learning Choice Academy - East County
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4215 Spring St., Ste. 104
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 463-6801
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 463-6801
Grades: K-12
| 440 students
Rank: #1212.
Rolando Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6925 Tower St.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5800
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5800
Grades: K-6
| 449 students
Rank: #1313.
Sweetwater Springs Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10129 Austin Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5895
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5895
Grades: K-6
| 447 students
Rank: #1414.
Loma Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10355 Loma Ln.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5862
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5862
Grades: K-6
| 326 students
Rank: #1515.
Rancho Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8845 Noeline Ave.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5885
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 668-5885
Grades: K-6
| 356 students
Rank: #1616.
Vista La Mesa Academy
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Violet St.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 825-5645
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 825-5645
Grades: K-8
| 531 students
91941, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Gateway Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
8691 Echo Dr
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 258-3740
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 258-3740
Grades: 9-12
| 20 students
Gateway West Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
8693 La Mesa Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 667-2707
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 667-2707
Grades: 9-12
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 91941, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 91941, CA include Helix High School, Murdock Elementary School and Murray Manor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 91941?
16 public schools are located in 91941.
What percentage of students in 91941 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 91941 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91941?
91941 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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