For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,537 students in 92691, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92691, CA are La Paz Intermediate, Svusd Virtual Academy (Alternative) and Esperanza Education Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92691 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92691, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92691, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Paz Intermediate
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25151 Pradera Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-1720
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-1720
Gr: 7-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Svusd Virtual Academy (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25952 Cordillera Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-3400
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-3400
Gr: K-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Esperanza Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25121 Pradera Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-5470
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-5470
Gr: 7-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Los Alisos Intermediate
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25171 Moor Ave.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-9700
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-9700
Gr: 7-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92691, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92691, CA include La Paz Intermediate, Svusd Virtual Academy (Alternative) and Esperanza Education Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 92691?
4 public middle schools are located in 92691.
What is the racial composition of students in 92691?
92691 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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