For the 2025-26 school year, there are 14 public elementary schools serving 3,913 students in 92117, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92117, CA are Mt. Everest Academy, Hawthorne Elementary School and Toler Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92117 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92117, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92117, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4750 Lehrer Dr.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 634-5701
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 634-5701
Gr: K-6 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Toler Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3350 Baker St.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 273-0294
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 273-0294
Gr: K-5 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Cadman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4370 Kamloop Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 397-6500
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 397-6500
Gr: K-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4680 Hidalgo Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1200
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1200
Gr: K-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
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 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #77.
Field Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4375 Bannock Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5900
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 800-5900
Gr: K-6 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #88.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6125 Printwood Way
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 987-5000
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 987-5000
Gr: K-6 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #99.
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 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
John Muir Language Academy
(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-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Sequoia Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4690 Limerick Ave.
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1800
San Diego, CA 92117
(619) 605-1800
Gr: K-6 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1212.
Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4050 Appleton St.
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 935-2900
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 935-2900
Gr: K-6 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1313.
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 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1414.
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 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
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School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 92117, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92117, CA include Mt. Everest Academy, Hawthorne Elementary School and Toler Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92117?
14 public elementary schools are located in 92117.
What is the racial composition of students in 92117?
92117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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