For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,716 students in 92116, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 956 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 92116, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92116, CA are Garfield Elementary School, San Diego Global Vision Academy and Normal Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92116 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92116, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92116, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4487 Oregon St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4300
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4300
Gr: K-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
San Diego Global Vision Academy
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3430 School St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 600-5321
Gr: K-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Normal Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3750 Ward Rd.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 584-6000
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 584-6000
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4481 Copeland Ave.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 344-3000
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 344-3000
Gr: K-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4672 35th St.
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4200
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 362-4200
Gr: K-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92116, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92116, CA include Garfield Elementary School, San Diego Global Vision Academy and Normal Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92116?
5 public schools are located in 92116.
What percentage of students in 92116 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 92116 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92116?
92116 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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