For the 2025 school year, there are 20 public elementary schools serving 11,168 students in 92780, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92780, CA are Hicks Canyon Elementary School, Arroyo Elementary School and Ladera Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92780 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92780, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92780, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hicks Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3817 Viewpark
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 734-1878
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 734-1878
Grades: K-5
| 859 students
Rank: #22.
Arroyo Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11112 Coronel Rd.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7381
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7381
Grades: K-5
| 577 students
Rank: #33.
Ladera Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2515 Rawlings Way
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7505
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7505
Grades: K-5
| 312 students
Rank: #44.
Myford Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3181 Trevino Dr.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 734-1875
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 734-1875
Grades: K-5
| 520 students
Rank: #55.
Pioneer Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Pioneer Rd.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7534
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7534
Grades: 6-8
| 941 students
Rank: #66.
Tustin Connect
Alternative School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1151 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 430-2052
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 430-2052
Grades: K-12
| 243 students
Rank: #77.
Hewes Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13232 Hewes Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7348
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7348
Grades: 6-8
| 908 students
Rank: #88.
Tustin Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12950 Robinson Dr.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7580
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7580
Grades: K-5
| 528 students
Rank: #99.
Occschep/pchs
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14262 Franklin Ave. Ste. 100
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 245-6500
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 245-6500
Grades: K-12
| 334 students
Rank: #1010.
Guin Foss Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18492 Vanderlip Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7552
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7552
Grades: K-5
| 416 students
Rank: #1111.
Barbara Benson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12712 Elizabeth Way
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7531
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7531
Grades: K-5
| 324 students
Rank: #1212.
Columbus Tustin Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17952 Beneta Way
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7352
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7352
Grades: 6-8
| 604 students
Rank: #1313.
Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1362 Mitchell Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7385
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7385
Grades: K-5
| 414 students
Rank: #1414.
C. E. Utt Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13601 Browning Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7573
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7573
Grades: 6-8
| 567 students
Rank: #1515.
Loma Vista Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13822 Prospect Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7528
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7528
Grades: K-5
| 462 students
Rank: #1616.
W. R. Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14392 Browning Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7536
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7536
Grades: K-5
| 463 students
Rank: #1717.
Valadez Middle School Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
161 East La Jolla St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 986-7440
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 986-7440
Grades: 6-8
| 557 students
Rank: #1818.
Robert Heideman Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15571 Williams St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7521
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7521
Grades: K-5
| 490 students
Rank: #1919.
Sycamore Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Sycamore Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7360
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7360
Grades: K-8
| 1,161 students
Rank: #2020.
Helen Estock Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
14741 North B St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7390
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7390
Grades: K-5
| 488 students
92780, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1151 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7457
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7457
Grades: K-5
| 426 students
1402 Sycamore Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7364
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7364
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
1701 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7544
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7544
Grades: K-5
| 436 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 92780, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92780, CA include Hicks Canyon Elementary School, Arroyo Elementary School and Ladera Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92780?
20 public elementary schools are located in 92780.
What is the racial composition of students in 92780?
92780 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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