For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 8,771 students in 92656, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,401 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 92656, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92656, CA are Canyon Vista Elementary School, Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County and Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92656 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92656, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92656, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canyon Vista Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
27800 Oak View Dr.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 234-5941
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 234-5941
Grades: K-5
| 508 students
Rank: #22.
Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
23000 Via Santa Maria
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 305-6111
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 305-6111
Grades: K-5
| 660 students
Rank: #33.
Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
22882 Loumont Dr.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 540-7800
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 540-7800
Grades: K-5
| 509 students
Rank: #44.
Don Juan Avila Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
26278 Wood Canyon Dr.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 349-9452
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 349-9452
Grades: K-5
| 675 students
Rank: #55.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
22705 Sanborn
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 360-9001
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 360-9001
Grades: K-5
| 584 students
Rank: #66.
Aliso Niguel High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
28000 Wolverine Way
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 831-5590
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 831-5590
Grades: 9-12
| 2,608 students
Rank: #77.
Don Juan Avila Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
26278 Wood Canyon Dr.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 362-0348
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 362-0348
Grades: 6-8
| 891 students
Rank: #88.
Aliso Viejo Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 Park Ave.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 831-2622
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 831-2622
Grades: 6-8
| 799 students
Rank: #99.
Journey
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27102 Foxborough
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 448-7232
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 448-7232
Grades: K-8
| 591 students
Rank: #1010.
Wood Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23431 Knollwood
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 448-0012
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 448-0012
Grades: K-5
| 410 students
Rank: n/an/a
Oxford Preparatory Academy - Middle School
Charter School
22882 Loumont Dr.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 600-9050
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 600-9050
Grades: 6-8
| 536 students
92656, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
27102 Foxborough St.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 362-0083
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 362-0083
Grades: K-5
| 404 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92656, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92656, CA include Canyon Vista Elementary School, Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County and Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley.
How many public schools are located in 92656?
11 public schools are located in 92656.
What percentage of students in 92656 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 92656 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92656?
92656 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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