Best 92173 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,822 students in 92173, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 217 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 92173, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92173, CA are Vista Del Mar, Sunset Elementary School and San Ysidro Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92173 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92173, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92173, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vista Del Mar
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4885 Del Sol Blvd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 661-6753
Gr: 6-8 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3825 Sunset Ln.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1148
Gr: K-6 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
San Ysidro Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4345 Otay Mesa Rd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-5551
Gr: 7-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Willow Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
226 Willow Rd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2231
Gr: K-6 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Smythe Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1880 Smythe Ave.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4447
Gr: K-6 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
La Mirada Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
222 Avenida De La Madrid
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4424
Gr: K-6 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
George Nicoloff Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1777 Howard Ave.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1605
Gr: K-6 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 92173 California

92173, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2312 East Beyer Blvd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1154
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
4350 Otay Mesa Rd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
Gr: 6-8
226 Willow St.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
Gr: K-6 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 92173, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92173, CA include Vista Del Mar, Sunset Elementary School and San Ysidro Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 92173?
7 public schools are located in 92173.
What percentage of students in 92173 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 92173 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92173?
92173 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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