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Best San Diego Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 73 public high schools serving 57,854 students in San Diego, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in San Diego, CA are Mt. Everest Academy, Westview High School and Del Norte High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Diego, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in San Diego have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
San Diego, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Scripps Ranch High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in San Diego, CA (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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%
Rank: #44.
Rancho Bernardo High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
13010 Paseo Lucido
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 485-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,278 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Scripps Ranch High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
10410 Falcon Way
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 302-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,920 student Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Mt. Carmel High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9550 Carmel Mountain Rd.
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-1180
Gr: 9-12 | 1,831 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
University City High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6949 Genesee Ave.
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 605-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,505 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #88.
Mira Mesa High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
10510 Marauder Way
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 566-2262
Gr: 9-12 | 2,228 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
High Tech High North County
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1420 San Marcos Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(760) 759-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #1010.
Henry High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6702 Wandermere Dr.
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 286-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,512 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1111.
San Diego International Studies
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 72% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1405 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 525-7464
Gr: 9-12 | 1,056 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #1212.
Kearny Eng Innov & Design
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1954 Komet Way
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 221-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1313.
Kearny College Connections
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1954 Komet Way
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 221-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1414.
Garfield High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1255 16th St.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 362-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1515.
San Diego Scpa
(Math: 31% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2425 Dusk Dr.
San Diego, CA 92139
(619) 470-0555
Gr: 6-12 | 1,275 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1616.
East Village Middle College High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1313 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 362-4769
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1717.
Point Loma High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2335 Chatsworth Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 860-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,682 student Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #1818.
Kearny School Of Biomedical Science And Technology
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1954 Komet Way
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 221-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #19 - 2119. - 21.
High Tech High Chula Vista
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1945 Discovery Falls Dr.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 591-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #19 - 2119. - 21.
High Tech High Media Arts
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2230 Truxtun Rd., Third Fl.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 398-8620
Gr: 9-12 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #19 - 2119. - 21.
High Tech High Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5331 Mt. Alifan
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 795-1810
Gr: 9-12 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #2222.
High Tech High International
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2855 Farragut Rd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 398-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #2323.
School For Entrepreneurship And Technology
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3540 Aero Ct.
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 874-4338
Gr: 9-12 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #2424.
Kearny Digital Media & Design
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1954 Komet Way
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 496-8370
Gr: 9-12 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #2525.
Mission Bay High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2475 Grand Ave.
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 536-0136
Gr: 9-12 | 1,166 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #2626.
The O'farrell Charter
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6130 Skyline Dr.
San Diego, CA 92114
(619) 263-3009
Gr: K-12 | 1,819 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2727.
Launch Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2710 Iris Ave.
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 796-7624
Gr: 7-12 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #2828.
High Tech High School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2861 Womble Rd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #2929.
San Diego Metro Career And Technical
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7250 Mesa College Dr. Rm. K-20
San Diego, CA 92111
(619) 388-2299
Gr: 9-12 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #3030.
Canyon Hills High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5156 Santo Rd.
San Diego, CA 92124
(619) 605-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,236 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #3131.
Audeo Charter Ii
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3821 Plaza Drive Ste. 402
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Gr: K-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #3232.
San Diego High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1405 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 560-4610
Gr: 9-12 | 1,855 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #3333.
San Diego Virtual
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
600 West Broadway Ste. 230
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 713-7271
Gr: 9-12 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #3434.
John Muir Language Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4431 Mt. Herbert Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 268-1954
Gr: K-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #35 - 3635. - 36.
Altus Schools Audeo
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
10170 Huennekens St.
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 678-2050
Gr: K-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
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San Diego, California 51爆料s (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%
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
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%
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
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%
Creative Performing And Media Arts Magnet Middle School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
2375 Congress Street
San Diego, CA 92110
Gr: 6-7 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Ecademy California Elementary School (Closed 2012)
2534 State St
San Diego, CA 92101
(858) 472-5232
Gr: 3-8 | 37 students Minority enrollment: 59%
Endeavour Academy (Closed 2017)
3450 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 278-9000
Gr: K-12
Evangeline Roberts Institute Of Learning (Closed 2018)
6785 Imperial Ave.
San Diego, CA 92114
(619) 674-6019
Gr: K-6 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Fair Oaks Elementary School (Closed 2023)
3025 Fir St.
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 239-0632
Gr: K-1 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Fanno Academy Charter (Closed 2008)
Charter School
Po Box 15249
San Diego, CA 92175
(619) 269-9929
Gr: K-6 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Gompers Charter Middle School (Closed 2011)
Charter School
1005 47th St
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 263-2171
Gr: 6-8
Hawking S.t.e.a.m. Charter School 2 (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1411 27th St.
San Diego, CA 92154
(619) 628-2650
Gr: K-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Health Sciences Middle School (Closed 2023)
3910 Univ Ave. Ste. 100
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 528-9070
Gr: 6-8
High Technical Elementary Chula Vista (Closed 2023)
1949 Discovery Falls Dr.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5014
Gr: K-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
High Technical Elementary Explorer (Closed 2023)
2230 Truxtun Rd., 1st Fl.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 795-3600
Gr: K-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
High Technical Elementary North County (Closed 2023)
1480 W. San Marcos Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5014
Gr: K-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
High Technical Elementary School (Closed 2023)
2150 Cushing Rd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 564-6700
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
High Technical High Chula Vista (Closed 2023)
1945 Discovery Falls Dr.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5014
Gr: 9-12 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
High Technical High International (Closed 2023)
2855 Farragut Rd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5014
Gr: 9-12 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
High Technical High Media Arts (Closed 2023)
2230 Truxtun Rd., Third Fl.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 398-8620
Gr: 9-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
High Technical High North County (Closed 2023)
1420 San Marcos Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5014
Gr: 9-12 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
High Technical High School (Closed 2023)
2861 Womble Rd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5014
Gr: 9-12 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
High Technical Middle Chula Vista (Closed 2023)
1949 Discovery Falls Dr.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5014
Gr: 6-8 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
High Technical Middle Media Arts (Closed 2023)
2230 Truxtun Rd. 2nd Fl.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5014
Gr: 6-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
High Technical Middle North County (Closed 2023)
1460 W. San Marcos Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 243-5014
Gr: 6-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
High Technical Middle School (Closed 2023)
2359 Truxtun Rd.
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 814-5060
Gr: 6-8 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in San Diego, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in San Diego, CA include Mt. Everest Academy, Westview High School and Del Norte High School.
How many public high schools are located in San Diego?
73 public high schools are located in San Diego.
What is the racial composition of students in San Diego?
San Diego public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in San Diego are often viewed compared to one another?

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