For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,735 students in 92126, CA (there are , serving 542 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 92126, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92126, CA are Hickman Elementary School, Jonas Salk Elementary School and Ericson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 92126 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92126, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92126, CA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickman Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10850 Montongo St.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 634-8500
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 634-8500
Gr: K-5 | 483 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Jonas Salk Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7825 Flanders Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 935-2100
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 935-2100
Gr: K-5 | 702 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Ericson Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11174 Westonhill Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0505
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0505
Gr: K-5 | 636 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Sandburg Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11230 Avenida Del Gato
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0510
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0510
Gr: K-5 | 554 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Challenger Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10810 Parkdale Ave.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-7001
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-7001
Gr: 6-8 | 918 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Mira Mesa High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10510 Marauder Way
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-2262
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-2262
Gr: 9-12 | 2,228 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Hage Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9750 Galvin Ave.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0273
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-0273
Gr: K-5 | 548 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Wangenheim Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9230 Gold Coast Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 605-2250
San Diego, CA 92126
(619) 605-2250
Gr: 6-8 | 716 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Mason Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10340 San Ramon Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0410
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 271-0410
Gr: K-5 | 512 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1010.
Walker Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9225 Hillery Dr.
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 987-5100
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 987-5100
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92126, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92126, CA include Hickman Elementary School, Jonas Salk Elementary School and Ericson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92126?
10 public schools are located in 92126.
What percentage of students in 92126 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 92126 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92126?
92126 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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