For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,084 students in 92656, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,401 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 92656, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 92656, CA are Canyon Vista Elementary School, Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County and Oak Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92656 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92656, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92656, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canyon Vista Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
27800 Oak View Dr.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 234-5941
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 234-5941
Grades: K-5
| 467 students
Rank: #22.
Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
23000 Via Santa Maria
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 305-6111
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 305-6111
Grades: K-8
| 846 students
Rank: #33.
Oak Grove Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
22705 Sanborn
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 360-9001
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 360-9001
Grades: K-5
| 589 students
Rank: #44.
Don Juan Avila Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
26278 Wood Canyon Dr.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 349-9452
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 349-9452
Grades: K-5
| 668 students
Rank: #55.
Aliso Niguel High School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
28000 Wolverine Way
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 831-5590
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 831-5590
Grades: 9-12
| 2,774 students
Rank: #66.
Don Juan Avila Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
26278 Wood Canyon Dr.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 362-0348
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 362-0348
Grades: 6-8
| 916 students
Rank: #77.
Aliso Viejo Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 Park Ave.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 831-2622
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 831-2622
Grades: 6-8
| 819 students
Rank: #88.
Journey
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27102 Foxborough
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 448-7232
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 448-7232
Grades: K-8
| 582 students
Rank: #99.
Wood Canyon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
23431 Knollwood
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 448-0012
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 448-0012
Grades: K-5
| 423 students
Rank: n/an/a
Oxford Preparatory Academy - Middle School
Charter School
25952 Cordillera Dr.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 600-9050
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 600-9050
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
92656, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
27102 Foxborough St.
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 362-0083
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
(949) 362-0083
Grades: K-5
| 404 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92656, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92656, CA include Canyon Vista Elementary School, Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County and Oak Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92656?
10 public schools are located in 92656.
What percentage of students in 92656 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 92656 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92656?
92656 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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