Top 10 Best 92688 California Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,682 students in 92688, CA (there are 12 private schools, serving 4,341 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 92688, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92688, CA are Tijeras Creek Elementary School, Arroyo Vista Middle School and Las Flores Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92688 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92688, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92688, CA Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tijeras Creek Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
23072 Avenida Empresa
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5300
Grades: K-5
| 312 students
Rank: #22.
Arroyo Vista Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
23371 Arroyo Vista
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5951
Grades: 6-8
| 295 students
Rank: #33.
Las Flores Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
25862 Antonio Pkwy.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-6935
Grades: K-5
| 369 students
Rank: #44.
Las Flores Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
25862 Antonio Pkwy.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-6543
Grades: 6-8
| 645 students
Rank: #55.
Arroyo Vista Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
23371 Arroyo Vista
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5951
Grades: K-5
| 482 students
Rank: #66.
Tesoro High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1 Tesoro Creek Rd.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5310
Grades: 9-12
| 2,268 students
Rank: #77.
Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
21301 Avenida De Los Flores
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-3339
Grades: K-6
| 686 students
Rank: #88.
Melinda Heights Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
21001 Rancho Trabuco
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-7311
Grades: K-6
| 978 students
Rank: #99.
Rancho Santa Margarita Intermediate
(Math: 56% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
21931 Alma Aldea
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 459-8253
Grades: 7-8
| 1,047 students
Rank: #1010.
Cielo Vista Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
21811 Avenida De Los Fundadore
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-7456
Grades: K-6
| 600 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 92688 California

92688, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
21001 Rancho Trabuco Rd.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 580-3457
Grades: K-12
| 24 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 92688, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92688, CA include Tijeras Creek Elementary School, Arroyo Vista Middle School and Las Flores Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92688, CA?
10 public schools are located in 92688, CA.
What percentage of students in 92688, CA go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 92688, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92688, CA?
92688, CA public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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