Best 92036 California Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,196 students in 92036, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 92036, CA are Jcs - Cedar Cove, Julian Charter and Jcs - Pine Hills. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92036 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92036, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92036 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jcs - Pine Hills, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92036, CA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jcs - Cedar Cove
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1221 Encinitas Blvd.
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 230-2870
Gr: K-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Julian Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1704 Cape Horn
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-3847
Gr: K-12 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Jcs - Pine Hills
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
29141 Vallejo Ave.
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-5500
Gr: K-12 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Julian High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1656 Highway 78
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-0606
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 92036 California

92036, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1704 Cape Horn
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-3847
Gr: K-12
1517 Highway 78
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-0620
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
1656 Hwy 78
Julian, CA 92036
(760) 765-3008
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 92036, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 92036, CA include Jcs - Cedar Cove, Julian Charter and Jcs - Pine Hills.
How many public high schools are located in 92036?
4 public high schools are located in 92036.
What is the racial composition of students in 92036?
92036 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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