For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 9,441 students in 92618, CA (there are 10 private schools, serving 2,711 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 92618, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92618, CA are Beacon Park, Portola High School and Loma Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92618 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92618, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92618, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beacon Park
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 Cultivate
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8400
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8400
Gr: K-8 | 1,065 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Portola High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1001 Cadence
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8200
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,693 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Loma Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Tomato Springs
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1400
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1400
Gr: K-6 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Portola Springs Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12100 Portola Springs
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8800
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8800
Gr: K-6 | 948 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Oak Creek Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Dove Creek
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8550
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8550
Gr: K-6 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Cadence Park
(Math: 62% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
750 Benchmark
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1300
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1300
Gr: K-8 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Excel Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Technology Dr., Bldg. I Ste.
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 387-7822
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 387-7822
Gr: K-12 | 1,069 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
101 Abacus
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1500
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1500
Gr: K-8 | 972 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
92618, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Excel Academy Charter (Closed 2021)
Charter School
1 Technology Dr., Bldg. I Ste.
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 387-7822
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 387-7822
Gr: K-12 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92618, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92618, CA include Beacon Park, Portola High School and Loma Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92618?
8 public schools are located in 92618.
What percentage of students in 92618 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 92618 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92618?
92618 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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