For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,599 students in 92612, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 589 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 92612, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92612, CA are Rancho San Joaquin Middle School, University High School and University Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92612 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92612, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92612, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4861 Michelson Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6500
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6500
Grades: 7-8
| 878 students
Rank: #22.
University High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4771 Campus Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-7600
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-7600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,226 students
Rank: #33.
University Park Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4572 Sandburg Way
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6300
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6300
Grades: K-6
| 495 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92612, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92612, CA include Rancho San Joaquin Middle School, University High School and University Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92612?
3 public schools are located in 92612.
What percentage of students in 92612 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 92612 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92612?
92612 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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