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Schools in 92037 — La Jolla, California: 92037 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.

92037 has 5 ranked schools in La Jolla, averaging a Scope Score of 76.2/100 — 31.4 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 69.0 to 84.0, a 15.0-point spread. 5 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.

Avg Scope Score
76.2
State avg: 44.8
SchoolScope composite
Score Range
15.0
69.0 – 84.0
Avg Exceeded %
53.1%
State avg: 21.3%
Chronic Absenteeism
12.3%
State avg: 17.9%
Schools Ranked
5
With Scope Scores

How 92037 schools perform

The top-ranked school is La Jolla Elementary with a Scope Score of 84 and 65.2% of students exceeding standard.

These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 53.1% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.

Chronic absenteeism across 92037 averages 12.3%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.

How 92037 compares to nearby zip codes

ZipCitySchoolsAvg Scorevs 92037
92037La Jolla5Strong
76.2/100
92036Julian5Developing
44.6/100
-31.6
92040Lakeside11Developing
45.1/100
-31.1
92028Fallbrook9Developing
45.6/100
-30.6
92027Escondido13Developing
40.2/100
-36.0

Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.

School archetypes in 92037

3 High Ceiling2 Strong All-Around

Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more

For the data nerds

All schools in 92037

ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP

#SchoolExceededScore
1La Jolla Elementary
San Diego Unified High Ceiling
65.2%Strong
84/100
2Torrey Pines Elementary
San Diego Unified High Ceiling
61.2%Strong
79/100
3Bird Rock Elementary
San Diego Unified High Ceiling
57.9%Strong
78/100
4Muirlands Middle
San Diego Unified Strong All-Around
46.2%Strong
71/100
5La Jolla High
San Diego Unified Strong All-Around
35.2%Solid
69/100
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025 · 5 schools in 92037Methodology · Explore all schools

Schools in 92037 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 92037

Numbers tell you whether students are clearing the bar. A school visit tells you whether they're happy doing it. These metrics are intentionally missing from the Scope Score: class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality; arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs; teacher experience and turnover; campus safety and social-emotional support; parent and community engagement; quality of special education and gifted programs; how school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access. Full methodology

Frequently asked questions

Are the schools in 92037 (La Jolla) good?
92037 has 5 ranked schools in La Jolla, averaging a Scope Score of 76.2/100 — 31.4 points above the state average. 53.1% of students exceed the state standard on average. Data source: California Department of Education CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
What is the best school in 92037?
The highest-scoring school in zip code 92037 is La Jolla Elementary with a Scope Score of 84/100 and 65.2% of students exceeding the state standard. See full methodology.
How do 92037 schools compare to the state average?
Schools in zip code 92037 average a Scope Score of 76.2/100 — 31.4 points above the state average of 44.8. The exceeded rate averages 53.1% vs. 21.3% statewide.
How many schools are in zip code 92037?
Zip code 92037 has 5 ranked schools with Scope Scores. Schools are ranked using a weighted composite of CAASPP test performance, growth trajectory, chronic absenteeism, and suspension rate. Schools with insufficient testing data are not ranked.
What does the Scope Score measure?
The Scope Score is SchoolScope's proprietary composite rating (0–100) based on seven dimensions of publicly available California school data: the exceeded-vs-met standard split, overall proficiency, grade 3–5 growth, chronic absenteeism, suspension rate, ELPAC English Learner proficiency, and baseline proficiency. Full methodology and weights.