For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,412 students in 92071, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 92071, CA are Santana High School, West Hills High School and Learning Choice Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92071 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92071, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92071 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Santana 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92071, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santana High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9915 North Magnolia Ave.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0211
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0211
Gr: 9-12 | 1,712 student Student-teacher ratio: 95:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
West Hills High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8756 Mast Blvd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0400
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-0400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,515 student Student-teacher ratio: 216:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Learning Choice Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4635 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
Santee, CA 92071
(858) 536-8388
Santee, CA 92071
(858) 536-8388
Gr: K-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
92071, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10445 Mission Gorge Rd.
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5300
Santee, CA 92071
(619) 956-5300
Gr: K-8 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 92071, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 92071, CA include Santana High School, West Hills High School and Learning Choice Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 92071?
3 public high schools are located in 92071.
What is the racial composition of students in 92071?
92071 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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