For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,762 students in 92618, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 92618, CA are Portola High School and Excel Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92618 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92618, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92618 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Portola High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92618, CA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
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 high schools in 92618, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 92618, CA include Portola High School and Excel Academy Charter.
How many public high schools are located in 92618?
2 public high schools are located in 92618.
What is the racial composition of students in 92618?
92618 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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