For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,736 students in 92019, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92019, CA are Hillsdale Middle School, Cajon Valley Home and Dehesa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92019 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92019, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92019, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillsdale Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1301 Brabham St.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6156
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 441-6156
Gr: 6-8 | 1,483 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Cajon Valley Home
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2962 Jamul Dr.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3128
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3128
Gr: K-8 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Dehesa Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4612 Dehesa Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 444-2161
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 444-2161
Gr: K-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Montgomery Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1570 Melody Ln.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3107
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 588-3107
Gr: 6-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
92019, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Inspire Charter - South (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4612 Dehesa Rd.
El Cajon, CA 92019
(626) 932-1802
El Cajon, CA 92019
(626) 932-1802
Gr: K-12 | 4,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92019, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92019, CA include Hillsdale Middle School, Cajon Valley Home and Dehesa Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92019?
4 public middle schools are located in 92019.
What is the racial composition of students in 92019?
92019 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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