For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,460 students in 92694, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 192 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 92694, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92694, CA are Chaparral Elementary School, Ladera Ranch Middle School and Ladera Ranch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92694 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92694, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92694, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
29001 Sienna Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-5349
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-5349
Gr: K-5 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Ladera Ranch Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
29551 Sienna Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-5922
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-5922
Gr: 6-8 | 1,064 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Ladera Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
29551 Sienna Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-5915
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-5915
Gr: K-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Oso Grande Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
30251 Sienna Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-5966
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-5966
Gr: K-5 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Esencia
(Math: 74% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5 Aprender St.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-9200
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-9200
Gr: K-5 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Esencia Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5 Aprender St.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-9900
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
(949) 234-9900
Gr: 6-8 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92694, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92694, CA include Chaparral Elementary School, Ladera Ranch Middle School and Ladera Ranch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92694?
6 public schools are located in 92694.
What percentage of students in 92694 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 92694 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92694?
92694 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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