For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,676 students in 92612, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 698 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 92612, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92612, CA are Rancho San Joaquin Middle School, University High School and University Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92612 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92612, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92612, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4861 Michelson Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6500
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6500
Gr: 7-8 | 860 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
University High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4771 Campus Dr.
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-7600
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,307 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
University Park Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4572 Sandburg Way
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6300
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 936-6300
Gr: K-6 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92612, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92612, CA include Rancho San Joaquin Middle School, University High School and University Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92612?
3 public schools are located in 92612.
What percentage of students in 92612 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 92612 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92612?
92612 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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