For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 10,615 students in 92019, CA (there are , serving 1,572 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 92019, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92019, CA are Rancho San Diego Elementary School, Valhalla High School and Vista Grande Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92019 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92019, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92019, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rancho San Diego Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12151 Calle Albara
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3211
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3211
Grades: K-5
| 537 students
Rank: #22.
Valhalla High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1725 Hillsdale Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 593-5300
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 593-5300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,845 students
Rank: #33.
Vista Grande Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1908 Vista Grande Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3170
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3170
Grades: K-5
| 610 students
Rank: #44.
Hillsdale Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1301 Brabham St.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6156
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6156
Grades: 6-8
| 1,483 students
Rank: #55.
Elite Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 Jamacha Blvd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3545
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3545
Grades: 9-12
| 38 students
Rank: #66.
Granite Hills High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1719 East Madison Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 593-5500
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 593-5500
Grades: 9-12
| 2,414 students
Rank: #77.
Jamacha Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2962 Jamul Dr.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6150
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6150
Grades: K-5
| 415 students
Rank: #88.
Cajon Valley Home
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2962 Jamul Dr.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3128
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3128
Grades: K-8
| 164 students
Rank: #99.
Madison Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1615 East Madison Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3077
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3077
Grades: K-5
| 647 students
Rank: #1010.
Dehesa Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4612 Dehesa Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 444-2161
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 444-2161
Grades: K-8
| 221 students
Rank: #1111.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
651 South Third St.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3083
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3083
Grades: K-5
| 572 students
Rank: #1212.
Montgomery Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1570 Melody Ln.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3107
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3107
Grades: 6-8
| 868 students
Rank: #1313.
Lexington Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1145 Redwood Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3075
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3075
Grades: K-5
| 801 students
Rank: n/an/a
1609 East Madison Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3146
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3146
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
92019, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Inspire Charter - South (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4612 Dehesa Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(626) 932-1802
El Cajon, CA 92019
(626) 932-1802
Grades: K-12
| 4,183 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92019, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92019, CA include Rancho San Diego Elementary School, Valhalla High School and Vista Grande Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92019?
14 public schools are located in 92019.
What percentage of students in 92019 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 92019 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92019?
92019 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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