Schools in 92122 — San Diego, California
92122 has 5 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 67.3 — 23.6 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 59.1 to 77.0, a 18.0-point spread. 2 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 92122 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Curie Elementary with a Scope Score of 77 and 60.1% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 43.9% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Declining trajectory: Average proficiency drops by 10.6 percentage points from grade 3 to grade 5 across 92122. This pattern in test scores may reflect a variety of factors and is worth examining school by school.
Chronic absenteeism across 92122 averages 12.5%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 92122 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 92122
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All schools in 92122
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Curie Elementary San Diego Unified High Ceiling | 60.1% | Strong 77/100 |
| 2 | University City High San Diego Unified Strong All-Around | 36.1% | Strong 75/100 |
| 3 | Standley Middle San Diego Unified Solid Base | 40.6% | Solid 64/100 |
| 4 | Spreckels Elementary San Diego Unified Solid Base | 40.9% | Solid 62/100 |
| 5 | Doyle Elementary San Diego Unified Solid Base | 41.6% | Solid 59/100 |
Schools in 92122 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 92122
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
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- Parent and community engagement levels
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- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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