For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,165 students in 91944, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 91944, CA are Merit Academy, Reach Academy and Grossmont High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91944 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91944, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91944, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merit Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 North Cuyamaca St.
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 956-0600
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 956-0600
Gr: 9-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 64:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Reach Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 Jamacha Rd.
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 588-3580
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 588-3580
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Grossmont High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Murray Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 668-6000
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 668-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,079 students Student-teacher ratio: 347:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
91944, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Grossmont Union High Special Education Program (Closed 2017)
Special Education School
1100 Murray Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 644-8115
La Mesa, CA 91944
(619) 644-8115
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91944, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91944, CA include Merit Academy, Reach Academy and Grossmont High School.
How many public schools are located in 91944?
3 public schools are located in 91944.
What is the racial composition of students in 91944?
91944 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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