For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,044 students in 92139, CA (there are , serving 144 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 92139, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92139, CA are Zamorano Elementary School, Penn Elementary School and San Diego Scpa. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92139 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92139, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92139, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Zamorano Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2655 Casey St.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1400
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1400
Grades: K-5
| 843 students
Rank: #22.
Penn Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2797 Utica Dr.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1700
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1700
Grades: K-5
| 380 students
Rank: #33.
San Diego Scpa
(Math: 28% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2425 Dusk Dr.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 470-0555
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 470-0555
Grades: 6-12
| 1,275 students
Rank: #44.
Perry Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6290 Oriskany Rd.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 479-4040
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 479-4040
Grades: K-5
| 363 students
Rank: #55.
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6196 Childs Ave.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1600
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1600
Grades: K-5
| 250 students
Rank: #66.
Paradise Hills Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5816 Alleghany St.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 344-5200
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 344-5200
Grades: K-5
| 220 students
Rank: #77.
Bell Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
620 Briarwood Rd.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1000
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 430-1000
Grades: 6-8
| 713 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92139, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92139, CA include Zamorano Elementary School, Penn Elementary School and San Diego Scpa.
How many public schools are located in 92139?
7 public schools are located in 92139.
What percentage of students in 92139 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 92139 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92139?
92139 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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