For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 8,814 students in San Clemente, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 403 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in San Clemente, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in San Clemente, CA are Vista Del Mar Elementary School, Vista Del Mar Middle School and Concordia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Clemente, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in San Clemente have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in San Clemente, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vista Del Mar Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1130 Ave. Talega
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 234-5950
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 234-5950
Grades: K-5
| 789 students
Rank: #22.
Vista Del Mar Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1130 Ave. Talega
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 234-5955
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 234-5955
Grades: 6-8
| 575 students
Rank: #33.
Concordia Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3120 Avenida Del Presidente
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 492-3060
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 492-3060
Grades: K-5
| 500 students
Rank: #44.
Truman Benedict Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1251 Sarmentoso
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 498-6617
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 498-6617
Grades: K-5
| 634 students
Rank: #55.
San Clemente High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 Avenido Pico
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 492-4165
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 492-4165
Grades: 9-12
| 2,904 students
Rank: #66.
Bernice Ayer Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1271 Sarmentoso
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 366-9607
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 366-9607
Grades: 6-8
| 803 students
Rank: #77.
San Onofre Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Pate Rd.
San Clemente, CA 92672
(760) 731-4360
San Clemente, CA 92672
(760) 731-4360
Grades: K-8
| 530 students
Rank: #88.
Shorecliffs Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
240 Via Socorro
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 498-1660
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 498-1660
Grades: 6-8
| 766 students
Rank: #99.
Las Palmas Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1101 Calle Puente
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 234-5333
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 234-5333
Grades: K-5
| 737 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Clarence Lobo Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Avenida Vista Montana
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 366-6740
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 366-6740
Grades: K-5
| 310 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Marblehead Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2410 Via Turqueza
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 234-5339
San Clemente, CA 92673
(949) 234-5339
Grades: K-5
| 266 students
San Clemente, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
189 La Cuesta
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 492-1189
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 492-1189
Grades: K-6
| 392 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in San Clemente, CA?
The top ranked public schools in San Clemente, CA include Vista Del Mar Elementary School, Vista Del Mar Middle School and Concordia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in San Clemente, CA?
11 public schools are located in San Clemente, CA.
What percentage of students in San Clemente, CA go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in San Clemente, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in San Clemente, CA?
San Clemente, CA public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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