For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,050 students in 92040, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 92040, CA are River Valley Charter and El Capitan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92040 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92040, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92040 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is El Capitan High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92040, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
River Valley Charter
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9707 1/2 Marilla Dr.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2579
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2579
Grades: 7-12
| 220 students
Rank: #22.
El Capitan High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10410 Ashwood St.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 938-9100
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 938-9100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,830 students
92040, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
East County Academy Of Learning (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
11838 Valle Vista Rd
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2634
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2634
Grades: 8-12
| 23 students
12824 Lakeshore Dr.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2391
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2391
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
9308 Winter Gardens Blvd
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2662
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 390-2662
Grades: K-8
| 192 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 92040, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 92040, CA include River Valley Charter and El Capitan High School.
How many public high schools are located in 92040?
2 public high schools are located in 92040.
What is the racial composition of students in 92040?
92040 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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