For the 2025 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 5,574 students in 92117, CA (there are , serving 643 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 92117, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92117, CA are Mt. Everest Academy, Hawthorne Elementary School and Cadman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92117 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92117, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, 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 92117, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt. Everest Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4350 Mt. Everest Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
Grades: K-12
| 205 students
Rank: #22.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4750 Lehrer Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 634-5701
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 634-5701
Grades: K-6
| 256 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Cadman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4370 Kamloop Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 397-6500
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 397-6500
Grades: K-5
| 196 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Toler Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3350 Baker St.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 273-0294
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 273-0294
Grades: K-5
| 223 students
Rank: #55.
Marston Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3799 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 810-7500
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 810-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 674 students
Rank: #66.
Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4680 Hidalgo Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1200
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1200
Grades: K-5
| 226 students
Rank: #77.
Field Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4375 Bannock Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5900
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5900
Grades: K-6
| 263 students
Rank: #88.
John Muir Language Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4431 Mt. Herbert Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 268-1954
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 268-1954
Grades: K-12
| 277 students
Rank: #99.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6125 Printwood Way
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 987-5000
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 987-5000
Grades: K-6
| 205 students
Rank: #1010.
Clairemont High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4150 Ute Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-2600
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 813 students
Rank: #1111.
Innovation Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5095 Arvinels Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 278-5948
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 278-5948
Grades: 6-8
| 345 students
Rank: #1212.
Sequoia Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4690 Limerick Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1800
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1800
Grades: K-6
| 170 students
Rank: #1313.
Creative Performing And Media Arts
(Math: 21% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5050 Conrad Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5550
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5550
Grades: 6-8
| 695 students
Rank: #1414.
Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4050 Appleton St.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 935-2900
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 935-2900
Grades: K-6
| 107 students
Rank: #1515.
Whittier K-12
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 490-2770
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 490-2770
Grades: K-12
| 71 students
Rank: #1616.
Madison High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4833 Doliva Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 536-0336
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 536-0336
Grades: 9-12
| 848 students
92117, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3450 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 278-9000
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 278-9000
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92117, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92117, CA include Mt. Everest Academy, Hawthorne Elementary School and Cadman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92117?
16 public schools are located in 92117.
What percentage of students in 92117 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 92117 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92117?
92117 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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