For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,634 students in 92126, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 92126, CA are Challenger Middle School and Wangenheim Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle schools in zipcode 92126 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92126, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92126, CA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 92126, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 92126, CA include Challenger Middle School and Wangenheim Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92126?
2 public middle schools are located in 92126.
What is the racial composition of students in 92126?
92126 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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