For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 923 students in 92606, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92606, CA are Alternative Education-san Joaquin High School and Plaza Vista. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92606 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92606, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92606, CA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alternative Education-san Joaquin High School
Alternative School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3387 Barranca Pkwy.
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-7440
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-7440
Gr: K-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Plaza Vista
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
670 Paseo Westpark
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-6955
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-6955
Gr: K-8 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92606, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92606, CA include Alternative Education-san Joaquin High School and Plaza Vista.
How many public middle schools are located in 92606?
2 public middle schools are located in 92606.
What is the racial composition of students in 92606?
92606 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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