For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,311 students in 92117, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92117, CA are Mt. Everest Academy, Marston Middle School and Innovation Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92117 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92117, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92117, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Everest Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4350 Mt. Everest Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-8700
Gr: K-12 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Marston Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3799 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 810-7500
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 810-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Innovation Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5095 Arvinels Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 278-5948
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 278-5948
Gr: 6-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
John Muir
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4431 Mt. Herbert Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 268-1954
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 268-1954
Gr: K-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Creative Performing And Media Arts
(Math: 18% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5050 Conrad Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5550
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5550
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Whittier K-12
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 490-2770
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 490-2770
Gr: K-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92117, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92117, CA include Mt. Everest Academy, Marston Middle School and Innovation Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92117?
6 public middle schools are located in 92117.
What is the racial composition of students in 92117?
92117 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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