Best 92866 California Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 844 students in 92866, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,463 private students). 37% of all K-12 students in 92866, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92866, CA are Palmyra Gate Magnet and Cambridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92866 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92866, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92866, CA Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmyra Gate Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1325 East Palmyra Ave.
Orange, CA 92866
(714) 997-6207
Gr: K-6 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Cambridge Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
425 North Cambridge
Orange, CA 92866
(714) 997-6103
Gr: K-6 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 92866, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92866, CA include Palmyra Gate Magnet and Cambridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92866?
2 public schools are located in 92866.
What percentage of students in 92866 go to public school?
37% of all K-12 students in 92866 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92866?
92866 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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