For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,679 students in 92653, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 167 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 92653, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92653, CA are Valencia Elementary School, Lomarena Elementary School and Laguna Hills High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92653 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92653, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92653, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valencia Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25661 Paseo De Valencia
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 830-3650
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 830-3650
Grades: K-6
| 524 students
Rank: #22.
Lomarena Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25100 Earhart Rd.
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 581-1370
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 581-1370
Grades: K-6
| 525 students
Rank: #33.
Laguna Hills High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25401 Paseo De Valencia
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 770-5447
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 770-5447
Grades: 9-12
| 1,401 students
Rank: #44.
San Joaquin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
22182 Barbera
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 581-3450
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 581-3450
Grades: K-6
| 229 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92653, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92653, CA include Valencia Elementary School, Lomarena Elementary School and Laguna Hills High School.
How many public schools are located in 92653?
4 public schools are located in 92653.
What percentage of students in 92653 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 92653 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92653?
92653 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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