For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,283 students in 92840, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 92840, CA are Garden Grove High School and Mark Twain Special Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92840 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92840, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92840 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Garden Grove High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92840, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garden Grove High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11271 Stanford Ave.
Garden Grove, CA 92840
(714) 663-6115
Garden Grove, CA 92840
(714) 663-6115
Gr: 9-12 | 2,198 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Mark Twain Special Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11802 Loara St.
Garden Grove, CA 92840
(714) 663-6050
Garden Grove, CA 92840
(714) 663-6050
Gr: K-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 92840, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 92840, CA include Garden Grove High School and Mark Twain Special Center.
How many public high schools are located in 92840?
2 public high schools are located in 92840.
What is the racial composition of students in 92840?
92840 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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