For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,665 students in 92604, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92604, CA are Lakeside Middle School, Irvine International Academy and Venado Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92604 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92604, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92604, CA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3 Lemongrass
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 559-1601
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 559-1601
Gr: 7-8 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Irvine International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4782 Karen Ann Ln.
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 242-6164
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 242-6164
Gr: K-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Venado Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4 Deerfield Ave.
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 936-6800
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 936-6800
Gr: 7-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92604, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92604, CA include Lakeside Middle School, Irvine International Academy and Venado Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92604?
3 public middle schools are located in 92604.
What is the racial composition of students in 92604?
92604 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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