For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,822 students in San Ysidro, CA (there are , serving 441 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in San Ysidro, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in San Ysidro, 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.
San Ysidro, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in San Ysidro 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 Public Schools in San Ysidro, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vista Del Mar
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4885 Del Sol Blvd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 661-6753
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 661-6753
Grades: 6-8
| 531 students
Rank: #22.
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3825 Sunset Ln.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1148
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1148
Grades: K-6
| 522 students
Rank: #33.
San Ysidro Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4345 Otay Mesa Rd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-5551
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-5551
Grades: 7-8
| 548 students
Rank: #44.
Willow Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
226 Willow Rd.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2231
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-2231
Grades: K-6
| 686 students
Rank: #55.
La Mirada Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
222 Avenida De La Madrid
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4424
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4424
Grades: K-6
| 368 students
Rank: #66.
Smythe Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1880 Smythe Ave.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4447
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4447
Grades: K-6
| 561 students
Rank: #77.
George Nicoloff Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1777 Howard Ave.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1605
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1605
Grades: K-6
| 606 students
San Ysidro, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2312 East Beyer Blvd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1154
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-1154
Grades: K-5
| 453 students
San Ysidro Community Day (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
4350 Otay Mesa Rd
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
226 Willow St.
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
San Ysidro, CA 92173
(619) 428-4476
Grades: K-6
| 711 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in San Ysidro, CA?
The top ranked public schools in San Ysidro, CA include Vista Del Mar, Sunset Elementary School and San Ysidro Middle School.
How many public schools are located in San Ysidro?
7 public schools are located in San Ysidro.
What percentage of students in San Ysidro go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in San Ysidro are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in San Ysidro?
San Ysidro 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).
Which public schools in San Ysidro are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in San Ysidro include: Sunset Elementary School vs. La Mirada Elementary School, La Mirada Elementary School vs. Sunset Elementary School
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