For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,222 students in 91977, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 769 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 91977, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 91977, CA are College Preparatory Middle School, Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa and Monte Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91977 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91977, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91977, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
College Preparatory Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10269 Madrid Way
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 303-2782
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 303-2782
Gr: 5-8 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa
(Math: 35% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 Leland St.
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5720
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5720
Gr: 5-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Monte Vista High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3230 Sweetwater Springs Blvd.
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 660-3000
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 660-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,543 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Mount Miguel High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8585 Blossom Ln.
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 664-8400
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 664-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,539 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
La Presa Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
519 La Presa St.
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5790
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5790
Gr: K-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Spring Valley Academy
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Conrad Dr.
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5750
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5750
Gr: 6-8 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 91977, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 91977, CA include College Preparatory Middle School, Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math Academy At La Presa and Monte Vista High School.
How many public schools are located in 91977?
6 public schools are located in 91977.
What percentage of students in 91977 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 91977 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91977?
91977 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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