Best 92020 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,315 students in 92020, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 92020, CA are Grossmont Middle College High School, Literacy First Charter and Chaparral High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92020 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92020, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92020 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Literacy First Charter, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92020, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grossmont Middle College High School
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8800 Grossmont College Dr.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 644-7524
Gr: 11-12 | 51 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Literacy First Charter
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
799 East Washington Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 579-7232
Gr: K-12 | 2,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Chaparral High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1600 North Cuyamaca St.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 956-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Idea Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1600 North Cuyamaca St.
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 956-4332
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 69:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 92020 California

92020, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
353 E. Park Ave., Ste. 201
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 966-9528
Gr: K-12 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 92020, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 92020, CA include Grossmont Middle College High School, Literacy First Charter and Chaparral High School.
How many public high schools are located in 92020?
4 public high schools are located in 92020.
What is the racial composition of students in 92020?
92020 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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