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Best Schools in La Mesa, California
Compare 16 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
16
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
11,963
Total Students
Across La Mesa
23:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
16 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score0%
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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)1 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)13 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 2,554 students at Helix High.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 14:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Jcs - Manzanita
charter schoolhighK-12
5300 Jackson Dr., La Mesa, CA 91942
0
Rating
Students
224
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Helix High
charter schoolhighGrade 9-12
7323 University Ave., La Mesa, CA 91941
0
Rating
Students
2,554
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Sparrow Academy
charter schoolelementaryK-5
5150 Wilson St., La Mesa, CA 91942
0
Rating
Students
156
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
The Learning Choice Academy - East County
charter schoolhighK-12
4215 Spring St., La Mesa, CA 91941
0
Rating
Students
466
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Avocado Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
3845 Avocado School Rd., La Mesa, CA 91941
0
Rating
Students
573
Student-Teacher
25:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Grossmont High
publichighGrade 9-12
1100 Murray Dr., La Mesa, CA 91944
0
Rating
Students
2,172
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
La Mesa Arts Academy
publicmiddleGrade 5-8
4200 Parks Ave., La Mesa, CA 91942
0
Rating
Students
1,059
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Lemon Avenue Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
8787 Lemon Ave., La Mesa, CA 91941
0
Rating
Students
502
Student-Teacher
27:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
La Mesa Dale Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
4251 Olive Ave., La Mesa, CA 91941
0
Rating
Students
460
Student-Teacher
26:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Maryland Avenue Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
5400 Maryland Ave., La Mesa, CA 91941
0
Rating
Students
451
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Northmont Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
9405 Gregory St., La Mesa, CA 91942
0
Rating
Students
422
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Murray Manor Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
8305 El Paso St., La Mesa, CA 91942
0
Rating
Students
530
Student-Teacher
25:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Murdock Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
4354 Conrad Dr., La Mesa, CA 91941
0
Rating
Students
608
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Rolando Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
6925 Tower St., La Mesa, CA 91941
0
Rating
Students
371
Student-Teacher
28:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Parkway Sports And Health Science Academy
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
9009 Park Plaza Dr., La Mesa, CA 91942
0
Rating
Students
897
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Vista La Mesa Academy
publicmiddleK-8
3900 Violet St., La Mesa, CA 91941
0
Rating
Students
518
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in La Mesa
La Mesa, California is home to 16 schools serving over 11,963 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in La Mesa, California?
There are 16 schools in La Mesa, serving 11,963 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in La Mesa?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in La Mesa include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in La Mesa?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in La Mesa is 23:1.