For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,596 students in 92630, CA (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,338 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 92630, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92630, CA are La Madera Elementary School, Rancho Canada Elementary School and El Toro High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92630 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92630, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92630, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Madera Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25350 Serrano Rd.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 770-1415
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 770-1415
Gr: K-6 | 602 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Rancho Canada Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21801 Winding Way
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 768-5252
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 768-5252
Gr: K-6 | 630 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
El Toro High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25255 Toledo Way
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 586-6333
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 586-6333
Gr: 9-12 | 1,972 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Serrano Intermediate
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24642 Jeronimo Rd.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 586-3221
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 586-3221
Gr: 7-8 | 887 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Lake Forest Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21801 Pittsford Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 830-9945
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 830-9945
Gr: K-6 | 688 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Santiago Steam Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
24982 Rivendell Dr.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 586-2820
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 586-2820
Gr: K-6 | 497 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #77.
Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
23882 Landisview Ave.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 837-2260
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 837-2260
Gr: K-6 | 908 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #88.
Olivewood Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
23391 Dune Mear Rd.
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 837-6682
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 837-6682
Gr: K-6 | 412 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
92630, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
22882 Loumont Dr
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 830-4670
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(949) 830-4670
Gr: K-6 | 383 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92630, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92630, CA include La Madera Elementary School, Rancho Canada Elementary School and El Toro High School.
How many public schools are located in 92630?
8 public schools are located in 92630.
What percentage of students in 92630 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 92630 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92630?
92630 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children’s wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we’ll take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.