For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 5,207 students in 92780, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92780, CA are Pioneer Middle School, Tustin Connect and Hewes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92780 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92780, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92780, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pioneer Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 Pioneer Rd.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7534
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7534
Gr: 6-8 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Tustin Connect
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1151 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 430-2052
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 430-2052
Gr: K-12 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Hewes Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13232 Hewes Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7348
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7348
Gr: 6-8 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Occschep/pchs
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14262 Franklin Ave. Ste. 100
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 245-6500
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 245-6500
Gr: K-12 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
C. E. Utt Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13601 Browning Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7573
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7573
Gr: 6-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Sycamore Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Sycamore Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7360
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7360
Gr: K-8 | 1,085 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
92780, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1151 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7457
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7457
Gr: K-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
1402 Sycamore Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7364
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7364
Gr: K-5
1701 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7544
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7544
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92780, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92780, CA include Pioneer Middle School, Tustin Connect and Hewes Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92780?
8 public middle schools are located in 92780.
What is the racial composition of students in 92780?
92780 public middle schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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