For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,165 students in 91944, CA.
The top ranked public schools in 91944, CA are Merit Academy, Reach Academy and Grossmont High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91944 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91944, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91944, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Merit Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 North Cuyamaca St.
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 956-0600
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 956-0600
Grades: 9-12
| 64 students
Rank: #22.
Reach Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 Jamacha Rd.
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 588-3580
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 588-3580
Grades: 9-12
| 22 students
Rank: #33.
Grossmont High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Murray Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 668-6000
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 668-6000
Grades: 9-12
| 2,079 students
91944, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Grossmont Union High Special Education Program (Closed 2017)
Special Education School
1100 Murray Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 644-8115
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 644-8115
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 91944, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 91944, CA include Merit Academy, Reach Academy and Grossmont High School.
How many public schools are located in 91944?
3 public schools are located in 91944.
What is the racial composition of students in 91944?
91944 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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