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Nicknamed “The Jewel of the Hills,” La Mesa blends historic charm with modern convenience. Nestled just east of San Diego, this community is known for its tree-lined streets, walkable downtown village, and a welcoming small-town feel that continues to attract new residents year after year.
La Mesa offers a diverse mix of housing options, from charming early 20th-century homes to modern developments and hillside properties with sweeping views. The neighborhood’s central location provides easy access to Downtown San Diego, local universities, and nearby freeways, making it both convenient and well-connected.
Residents enjoy a vibrant calendar of community events, farmers markets, and seasonal festivals that bring the city together. Add in excellent schools, parks, and access to hiking trails, and it’s clear why La Mesa is a favorite for families, young professionals, and retirees alike.
For those looking for a neighborhood that combines community spirit, lifestyle amenities, and timeless appeal, La Mesa is truly one of San Diego’s hidden gems.

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The Learning Choice Academy - East County 619-463-6801 Public KG-12
Murdock Elementary School 619-668-5775 Public KG-5
La Mesa Arts Academy 619-668-5730 Public 6-8
Helix High School 619-466-4194 Public 9-12
The Learning Choice Academy - East County 619-463-6801 Public KG-12
Maryland Avenue Elementary School 619-668-5744 Public KG-5
Murray Manor Elementary School 619-668-5865 Public KG-5
Murdock Elementary School 619-668-5775 Public KG-5
La Mesa Dale Elementary School 619-668-5740 Public KG-5
Avocado Elementary School 619-588-3100 Public KG-5
Vista La Mesa Academy 619-825-5645 Public KG-8
Rolando Elementary School 619-668-5800 Public KG-5
Trust Blended Learning 619-771-6080 Public KG-8
Northmont Elementary School 619-668-5830 Public KG-5
Sparrow Academy 619-439-6327 Public KG-8
Lemon Avenue Elementary School 619-668-5835 Public KG-5
Mt Helix Academy - Tiee 619-243-1400 Private KG-8
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School 619-469-9443 Private KG-7
Warren-Walker School-la Mesa 619-223-3663 Private PK-5
St Martin of Tours Academy 619-466-3241 Private PK-8
Christ Lutheran Elementary School 619-462-5211 Private KG-8
Taproot Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten 619-698-2903 Private PK-KG
Jcs - Manzanita 619-303-4344 Public KG-12
Mt. Helix Academy 619-243-1400 Private KG-8
Murdock Elementary School 619-668-5775 Public KG-5
Maryland Avenue Elementary School 619-668-5744 Public KG-5
Murray Manor Elementary School 619-668-5865 Public KG-5
The Learning Choice Academy - East County 619-463-6801 Public KG-12
La Mesa Dale Elementary School 619-668-5740 Public KG-5
Avocado Elementary School 619-588-3100 Public KG-5
La Mesa Arts Academy 619-668-5730 Public 6-8
Vista La Mesa Academy 619-825-5645 Public KG-8
Rolando Elementary School 619-668-5800 Public KG-5
Trust Blended Learning 619-771-6080 Public KG-8
Northmont Elementary School 619-668-5830 Public KG-5
Lemon Avenue Elementary School 619-668-5835 Public KG-5
Parkway Middle School 619-668-5810 Public 6-8
Sparrow Academy 619-439-6327 Public KG-8
St Martin of Tours Academy 619-466-3241 Private PK-8
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School 619-469-9443 Private KG-7
Excelsior Academy 619-583-6762 Private 5-12
Warren-Walker School-la Mesa 619-223-3663 Private PK-5
Christ Lutheran Elementary School 619-462-5211 Private KG-8
Jcs - Manzanita 619-303-4344 Public KG-12
Mt. Helix Academy 619-243-1400 Private KG-8
Mt Helix Academy - Tiee 619-243-1400 Private KG-8
The Learning Choice Academy - East County 619-463-6801 Public KG-12
La Mesa Arts Academy 619-668-5730 Public 6-8
Vista La Mesa Academy 619-825-5645 Public KG-8
Trust Blended Learning 619-771-6080 Public KG-8
Sparrow Academy 619-439-6327 Public KG-8
Parkway Middle School 619-668-5810 Public 6-8
Mt Helix Academy - Tiee 619-243-1400 Private KG-8
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran School 619-469-9443 Private KG-7
Excelsior Academy 619-583-6762 Private 5-12
St Martin of Tours Academy 619-466-3241 Private PK-8
Christ Lutheran Elementary School 619-462-5211 Private KG-8
Jcs - Manzanita 619-303-4344 Public KG-12
Mt. Helix Academy 619-243-1400 Private KG-8
Helix High School 619-466-4194 Public 9-12
The Learning Choice Academy - East County 619-463-6801 Public KG-12
Excelsior Academy 619-583-6762 Private 5-12
Jcs - Manzanita 619-303-4344 Public KG-12

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