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Best San Diego County 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 766 public schools serving 470,136 students in San Diego County, CA (there are , serving 52,561 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in San Diego County, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in San Diego County, CA are Solana Ranch Elementary School, Ocean Air and La Jolla Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Diego County, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in San Diego County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 51±¬ÁÏs in San Diego County (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Solana Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
13605 Pacific Highlands Ranch
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 350-6600
Gr: K-6 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Ocean Air
(Math: 91% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
11444 Canter Heights Dr.
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-4040
Gr: K-6 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
La Jolla Elementary School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1111 Marine St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 454-7196
Gr: K-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Sage Canyon
(Math: 92% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
5290 Harvest Run Dr.
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-7844
Gr: K-6 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Scripps Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
11778 Cypress Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 605-2000
Gr: K-5 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
R. Roger Rowe Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
5927 La Granada
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
(858) 756-1141
Gr: K-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Canyon Crest Academy
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
5951 Village Center Loop Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 350-0253
Gr: 9-12 | 2,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #88.
Carmel Del Mar Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
12345 Carmel Park Dr.
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 481-6789
Gr: K-6 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #99.
Torrey Pines Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
8350 Cliffridge Ave.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 605-3700
Gr: K-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #1010.
Dingeman Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
11840 Scripps Creek Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 549-4437
Gr: K-5 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Del Mar Heights Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
13555 Boquita Dr.
Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 755-9367
Gr: K-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #12 - 1412. - 14.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4902 Mt. Ararat Dr.
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 496-8110
Gr: K-6 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #12 - 1412. - 14.
Pacific Rim Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1100 Camino De Las Ondas
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-6200
Gr: K-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #12 - 1412. - 14.
Pacific Trails Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5975 Village Center Loop Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 350-0253
Gr: 7-8 | 980 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1515.
R. Roger Rowe Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5927 La Granada
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
(858) 756-1141
Gr: 6-8 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #1616.
Jerabek Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
10050 Avenida Magnifica
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 578-5330
Gr: K-5 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1717.
Solana Pacific Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3901 Townsgate Dr.
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 794-4500
Gr: 4-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #1818.
Del Sur Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
15665 Paseo Del Sur
San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 674-6200
Gr: K-5 | 946 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1919.
Deer Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
13455 Russet Leaf Ln.
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-6064
Gr: K-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #2020.
Silver Gate Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1499 Venice St.
San Diego, CA 92107
(619) 222-1139
Gr: K-4 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #2121.
Aviara Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
6900 Ambrosia Ln.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-6000
Gr: K-5 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #2222.
Monterey Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
17117 4s Ranch Pkwy.
San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 487-6887
Gr: K-5 | 815 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #23 - 2423. - 24.
Mt. Everest Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4350 Mt. Everest Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #23 - 2423. - 24.
Solana Highlands Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3520 Long Run Dr.
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 794-4300
Gr: K-6 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #2525.
Silver Strand Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1350 Leyte Rd.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 522-8934
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #2626.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1905 Magnolia Ave.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5600
Gr: K-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #2727.
Park Village Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
7930 Park Village Rd.
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-5621
Gr: K-5 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #2828.
Carmel Valley Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3800 Mykonos Ln.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 481-8221
Gr: 7-8 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #2929.
Curie Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4080 Governor Dr.
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 221-5500
Gr: K-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #3030.
Skyline Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
606 Lomas Santa Fe Dr.
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 794-3600
Gr: K-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #3131.
Westview High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
13500 Camino Del Sur
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 780-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,186 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #32 - 3432. - 34.
Adobe Bluffs Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
8707 Adobe Bluffs Dr.
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 538-8403
Gr: K-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #32 - 3432. - 34.
Ashley Falls Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
13030 Ashley Falls Dr.
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 259-7812
Gr: K-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #32 - 3432. - 34.
Solana Santa Fe Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
6570 El Apajo
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
(858) 794-4700
Gr: K-6 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #3535.
Del Norte High School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
16601 Nighthawk Ln.
San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 487-0877
Gr: 9-12 | 2,564 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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[+] Show Closed 51±¬ÁÏs in San Diego County, CA

San Diego County 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
A. Phillip Randolph Leadership Academy (Closed 2008)
5285 Imperial Ave.
San Diego, CA 92114
(619) 236-8028
Gr: 7-12 | 88 students
Academy Of Arts And Science : El Cajon Middle And High (6-12) (Closed 2023)
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 329-4227
Gr: 6-12 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Academy Of Arts And Sciences: Del Mar Elementary (K-5) (Closed 2023)
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
Gr: K-5 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Academy Of Arts And Sciences: El Cajon Elementary (K-5) (Closed 2023)
4560 Alvarado Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92120
(855) 937-4227
Gr: K-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Albert Einstein Academy Charter Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3035 Ash St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 795-1190
Gr: K-5 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
All Tribes American Indian Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
34320 Valley Center Rd
Valley Center, CA 92082
(760) 749-5982
Gr: 6-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Alpine Community Day (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2001 Tavern Rd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-3245
Gr: 6-8
Alpine Elementary School (Closed 2020)
1850 Alpine Blvd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445-2625
Gr: 1-5 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
America's Finest Charter (Closed 2021)
Charter School
730 45th St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 694-4809
Gr: K-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Arroyo Paseo Charter High School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
3773 El Cajon Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92176
(619) 677-3017
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Audeo Valley Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
27130 Eucalyptus Ave. Ste. A
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Ballantyne (John) Elementary School (Closed 2005)
165 Roanoke Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 588-3118
Gr: K-6 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Bayshore Preparatory Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1175 Linda Vista Dr.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 471-0847
Gr: K-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Bayview Terrace Elementary School (Closed 2014)
2445 Fogg St
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 273-5244
Gr: K-5 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Beacon Classical Academy National City (Closed 2018)
2400 Euclid Ave.
National City, CA 91950
(619) 267-1294
Gr: K-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Beyer Elementary School (Closed 2013)
2312 East Beyer Blvd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1154
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Bonsall Charter Academy For Learning (Closed 2008)
Charter School
31505 Old River Rd.
Bonsall, CA 92003
(760) 631-6100
Gr: 7-12 | 95 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Bostonia Global (Closed 2023)
1390 Brd.way
El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 588-3121
Bostonia Language Academy (Closed 2023)
1390 E. Brd.way
El Cajon, CA 92021
(619) 588-3121
Gr: K-8 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Bounce Back Independent Study High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
467 Moss St
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 585-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,152 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Cabrillo Point Academy (Closed 2021)
13915 Danielson St. #200
Poway, CA 92064
(619) 749-1974
Gr: K-12
Cajon Valley Community Day (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
165 Roanoke Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92022
(619) 588-3296
Gr: 3-8 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Center City High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
240 South Maple St.
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 480-3174
Gr: 9-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Challenges Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
707 Carey Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-7100
Gr: K-6 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Children's Conservation Academy (Closed 2008)
9p.o. Box 621
San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 501-034
Gr: K-5 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Clair W. Burgener Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
707 Carey Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Coastal Academy (Closed 2018)
4096 Calle Platino
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 631-4020
Gr: K-8 | 1,699 student Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
College Preparatory Middle - East County (Closed 2020)
3291 Buckman Springs Rd.
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 303-2782
Gr: 5-8
Community Collaborative Virtual - Sage Oak Chtr (Closed 2023)
1782 La Costa Meadows Dr., Ste
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
Gr: K-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Community Home Education (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
6401 Linda Vista Rd., Rm. 216
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 471-6010
Gr: K-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Community Montessori Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1441 Montiel Rd. Ste. 143
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 743-7880
Gr: K-8 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Coronado Pathways Charter (Closed 2017)
Charter School
555 D Ave.
Coronado, CA 92118
(619) 437-7256
Gr: K-12
Crawford Champs High School (Closed 2013)
4191 Colts Way
San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 583-2501
Gr: 9-12 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Crawford Idea High School (Closed 2013)
4191 Colts Way
San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 583-2502
Gr: 9-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Crawford Law And Business High School (Closed 2013)
4191 Colts Way
San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 583-2503
Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in San Diego County, CA?
The top ranked public schools in San Diego County, CA include Solana Ranch Elementary School, Ocean Air and La Jolla Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in San Diego County?
766 public schools are located in San Diego County.
What percentage of students in San Diego County go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in San Diego County are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in San Diego County?
San Diego County public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in San Diego County are often viewed compared to one another?

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