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Best 92691 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 10,005 students in 92691, CA (there are 12 private schools, serving 1,380 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 92691, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92691, CA are Castille Elementary School, De Portola Elementary School and Foothill Ranch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92691 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92691, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92691, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Castille Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
24042 Via La Coruna
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 234-5976
Gr: K-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
De Portola Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
27031 Preciados Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 586-5830
Gr: K-6 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Foothill Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1 Torino Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 470-4885
Gr: K-6 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
La Paz Intermediate
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
25151 Pradera Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-1720
Gr: 7-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Del Cerro Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
24382 Regina St.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-5430
Gr: K-6 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Trabuco Hills High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
27501 Mustang Run
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 768-1934
Gr: 9-12 | 2,475 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #77.
Mission Viejo High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
25025 Chrisanta Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 837-7722
Gr: 9-12 | 1,566 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #88.
Svusd Virtual Academy (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
25952 Cordillera Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-3400
Gr: K-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #99.
Montevideo Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
24071 Carrillo Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 586-8050
Gr: K-6 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1010.
Esperanza Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
25121 Pradera Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-5470
Gr: 7-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #1111.
Viejo Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
26782 Via Grande
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 582-2424
Gr: K-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1212.
Del Lago Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
27181 Entidad St.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 855-1125
Gr: K-6 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1313.
Glen Yermo Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
26400 Trabuco Rd.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 586-6766
Gr: K-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #1414.
Los Alisos Intermediate
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
25171 Moor Ave.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-9700
Gr: 7-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1515.
Linda Vista Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
25222 Pericia Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-0970
Gr: K-6 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1616.
Silverado High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
25632 Peter A. Hartman Way
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 586-8800
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
La Tierra Early Childhood Center
24150 Lindley St.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 707-5276
Gr: K | 1 student

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 92691, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92691, CA include Castille Elementary School, De Portola Elementary School and Foothill Ranch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92691?
17 public schools are located in 92691.
What percentage of students in 92691 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 92691 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92691?
92691 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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