For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 8,905 students in 92071, CA (there are , serving 97 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 92071, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92071, CA are Sycamore Canyon Elementary School, Rio Seco Elementary School and Santee Alternative. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 92071 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92071, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 92071, CA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sycamore Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10201 Settle Rd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5400
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5400
Grades: K-6
| 360 students
Rank: #22.
Rio Seco Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9545 Cuyamaca St.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5500
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5500
Grades: K-8
| 920 students
Rank: #33.
Santee Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10250 El Nopal
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2490
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2490
Grades: K-8
| 14 students
Rank: #44.
Carlton Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9353 Wethersfield Rd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-4500
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-4500
Grades: K-8
| 877 students
Rank: #55.
Carlton Hills Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9353 Pike Rd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 258-3400
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 258-3400
Grades: K-8
| 576 students
Rank: #66.
Santana High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9915 North Magnolia Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0211
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0211
Grades: 9-12
| 1,712 students
Rank: #77.
Chet F. Harritt Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8120 Arlette St.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 258-4800
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 258-4800
Grades: K-8
| 625 students
Rank: #88.
West Hills High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8756 Mast Blvd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0400
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,515 students
Rank: #99.
Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue
(Math: 46% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9303 Prospect Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5200
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5200
Grades: K-8
| 563 students
Rank: #1010.
Hill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9665 Jeremy St.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5000
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5000
Grades: K-8
| 690 students
Rank: #1111.
Learning Choice Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4635 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
Santee, CA 92071
(858) 536-8388
Santee, CA 92071
(858) 536-8388
Grades: K-12
| 185 students
Rank: #1212.
Cajon Park Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10300 Magnolia Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2400
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2400
Grades: K-8
| 866 students
Rank: #1313.
Santee Success Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10280 North Magnolia Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2453
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-2453
Grades: K-8
| 2 students
92071, California ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10445 Mission Gorge Rd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5300
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5300
Grades: K-8
| 559 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92071, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92071, CA include Sycamore Canyon Elementary School, Rio Seco Elementary School and Santee Alternative.
How many public schools are located in 92071?
13 public schools are located in 92071.
What percentage of students in 92071 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 92071 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92071?
92071 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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