For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,400 students in Laguna Niguel, CA (there are 15 private schools, serving 1,516 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in Laguna Niguel, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%). Laguna Niguel has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in California.
The top-ranked public schools in Laguna Niguel, CA are Marian Bergeson Elementary School, Moulton Elementary School and Laguna Niguel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Laguna Niguel, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Laguna Niguel have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Laguna Niguel, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marian Bergeson Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
25302 Rancho Niguel Rd.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 643-1540
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 643-1540
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Moulton Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29851 Highlands Ave.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 234-5980
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 234-5980
Gr: K-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Laguna Niguel Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
27922 Niguel Heights Blvd.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 234-5308
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 234-5308
Gr: K-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
John Malcom Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
32261 Charles Ave.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 248-0542
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 248-0542
Gr: K-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Niguel Hills Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29070 Shark Bay
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 234-5360
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 234-5360
Gr: 6-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Community Roots Academy
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29292 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 831-4272
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 831-4272
Gr: K-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
George White Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25422 Chapparosa Park Rd.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 249-3875
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 249-3875
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #88.
Orange County Academy Of Sciences And Arts
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29292 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 269-3291
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 269-3291
Gr: K-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #99.
Hidden Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25142 Hidden Hills Rd.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 495-0050
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 495-0050
Gr: K-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
Orange County Academy Of Sciences And Arts Iii
Charter School
2a Liberty
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 269-3290
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 269-3290
Laguna Niguel, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
29292 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 495-5115
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 495-5115
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
29292 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 269-3290
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 269-3290
Gr: K-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Laguna Niguel, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Laguna Niguel, CA include Marian Bergeson Elementary School, Moulton Elementary School and Laguna Niguel Elementary School. Laguna Niguel has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in California.
How many public schools are located in Laguna Niguel?
10 public schools are located in Laguna Niguel.
What percentage of students in Laguna Niguel go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in Laguna Niguel are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Laguna Niguel?
Laguna Niguel public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Laguna Niguel are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Laguna Niguel include: Orange County Academy Of Sciences And Arts vs. Community Roots Academy, Marian Bergeson Elementary School vs. Laguna Niguel Elementary School, John Malcom Elementary School vs. George White Elementary School
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