For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,011 students in 92121, CA (there are , serving 162 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 92121, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 92121 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92121, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92121, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Audeo Charter Ii
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3821 Plaza Drive Ste. 402
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Grades: K-12
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Altus Schools Audeo
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10170 Huennekens St.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Grades: K-12
| 402 students
Rank: #33.
Altus Schools East County
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
111 Fletcher Pkwy.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2020
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2020
Grades: 7-12
| 260 students
Rank: #44.
Altus Schools Charter School Of San Diego
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10170 Huennekens St.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2020
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2020
Grades: 6-12
| 1,443 students
Rank: #55.
Audeo Charter School Iii
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 East Via Rancho Pkwy.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Grades: 6-12
| 138 students
Rank: #66.
Mirus Secondary
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14135 Main St. Ste. 201
San Diego, CA 92121
(760) 947-7100
San Diego, CA 92121
(760) 947-7100
Grades: 7-12
| 290 students
Rank: #77.
Audeo Valley Charter
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27130 Eucalyptus Ave. Ste. A
San Diego, CA 92121
(951) 242-6646
San Diego, CA 92121
(951) 242-6646
Grades: 6-12
| 241 students
92121, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Audeo Valley Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
27130 Eucalyptus Ave. Ste. A
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
10170 Huennekens St.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-4812
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-4812
Grades: 6-12
| 133 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92121, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92121, CA include Audeo Charter Ii, Altus Schools Audeo and Altus Schools East County.
How many public schools are located in 92121?
7 public schools are located in 92121.
What percentage of students in 92121 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 92121 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92121?
92121 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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