For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,399 students in 91941, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 91941, CA are Helix High School, The Learning Choice Academy - East County and Learning Choice Academy - Chula Vista. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 91941 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 91941, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 91941 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Helix High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91941, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Helix High School
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7323 University Ave.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 644-1940
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 644-1940
Gr: 9-12 | 2,544 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
The Learning Choice Academy - East County
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4215 Spring St., Ste. 104
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 463-6801
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 463-6801
Gr: K-12 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Learning Choice Academy - Chula Vista
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
881 Kuhn Dr., Ste. 106
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 463-6801
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 463-6801
Gr: K-12 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
91941, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gateway Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
8691 Echo Dr
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 258-3740
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 258-3740
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Gateway West Community Day (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
8693 La Mesa Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 667-2707
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 667-2707
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 91941, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 91941, CA include Helix High School, The Learning Choice Academy - East County and Learning Choice Academy - Chula Vista.
How many public high schools are located in 91941?
3 public high schools are located in 91941.
What is the racial composition of students in 91941?
91941 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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