For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 8,833 students in 92618, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,711 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 92618, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92618, CA are Beacon Park, Portola High School and Loma Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92618 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92618, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92618, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beacon Park
(Math: 77% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 Cultivate
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8400
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8400
Grades: K-8
| 1,071 students
Rank: #22.
Portola High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1001 Cadence
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8200
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8200
Grades: 9-12
| 2,503 students
Rank: #33.
Loma Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
500 Tomato Springs
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1400
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1400
Grades: K-6
| 755 students
Rank: #44.
Portola Springs Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12100 Portola Springs
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8800
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8800
Grades: K-6
| 955 students
Rank: #55.
Oak Creek Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Dove Creek
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8550
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 936-8550
Grades: K-6
| 932 students
Rank: #66.
Cadence Park
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
750 Benchmark
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1300
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 404-1300
Grades: K-8
| 964 students
Rank: #77.
Excel Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Technology Dr., Bldg. I Ste.
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 387-7822
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 387-7822
Grades: K-12
| 967 students
92618, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Excel Academy Charter (Closed 2021)
Charter School
1 Technology Dr., Bldg. I Ste.
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 387-7822
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 387-7822
Grades: K-12
| 602 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92618, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92618, CA include Beacon Park, Portola High School and Loma Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92618?
8 public schools are located in 92618.
What percentage of students in 92618 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 92618 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92618?
92618 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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