For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,199 students in 91978, CA (there are , serving 94 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 91978, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91978, CA are Steele Canyon High School and Trust Blended Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91978 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91978, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91978, CA 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Steele Canyon High School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12440 Campo Rd.
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 660-3550
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 660-3550
Gr: 9-12 | 2,147 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Trust Blended Learning
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10355 Loma Ln.
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 771-6080
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 771-6080
Gr: K-8 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91978, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91978, CA include Steele Canyon High School and Trust Blended Learning.
How many public schools are located in 91978?
2 public schools are located in 91978.
What percentage of students in 91978 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 91978 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91978?
91978 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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