For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,074 students in Spring Valley, CA (there are , serving 712 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Spring Valley, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Spring Valley, CA are College Preparatory Middle School, Steele Canyon High School and Quest Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Spring Valley, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Spring Valley have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Spring Valley, CA (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 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Steele Canyon High School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12440 Campo Rd.
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 660-3550
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 660-3550
Gr: 9-12 | 2,147 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Quest Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8805 Tyler St.
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5890
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5890
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #44.
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 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
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 | 1,537 student Student-teacher ratio: 192:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
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 | 1,506 student Student-teacher ratio: 84:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
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-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #88.
Trust Blended Learning
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10355 Loma Ln.
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 771-6080
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 771-6080
Gr: K-8 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #99.
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: 7-8 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Spring Valley, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3845 Spring Dr.
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5825
Spring Valley, CA 91977
(619) 668-5825
Gr: K-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Spring Valley, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Spring Valley, CA include College Preparatory Middle School, Steele Canyon High School and Quest Academy.
How many public schools are located in Spring Valley?
9 public schools are located in Spring Valley.
What percentage of students in Spring Valley go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Spring Valley are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Spring Valley?
Spring Valley public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Spring Valley are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Spring Valley include: Mount Miguel High School vs. Monte Vista High School, Monte Vista High School vs. Mount Miguel High School
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