For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 3,747 students in 91941, CA.
The top ranked public charter schools in 91941, CA are Helix High School, Sparrow Academy and Learning Choice Academy - Chula Vista. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 91941 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the California public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 91941, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91941, CA Public Charter 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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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
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 charter schools in 91941, CA?
The top ranked public charter schools in 91941, CA include Helix High School, Sparrow Academy and Learning Choice Academy - Chula Vista.
How many public charter schools are located in 91941?
4 public charter schools are located in 91941.
What is the racial composition of students in 91941?
91941 public charter schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public charter schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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