For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,315 students in 92020, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 92020, CA are Grossmont Middle College High School, Literacy First Charter and Chaparral High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92020 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92020, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92020 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Literacy First Charter, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92020, CA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grossmont Middle College High School
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8800 Grossmont College Dr.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 644-7524
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 644-7524
Gr: 11-12 | 51 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Literacy First Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
799 East Washington Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 579-7232
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 579-7232
Gr: K-12 | 2,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Chaparral High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1600 North Cuyamaca St.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 956-4600
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 956-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Idea Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 North Cuyamaca St.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 956-4332
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 956-4332
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 69:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
92020, California 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Learning Latitudes Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
353 E. Park Ave., Ste. 201
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 966-9528
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 966-9528
Gr: K-12 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 92020, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 92020, CA include Grossmont Middle College High School, Literacy First Charter and Chaparral High School.
How many public high schools are located in 92020?
4 public high schools are located in 92020.
What is the racial composition of students in 92020?
92020 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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