For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 6,602 students in Mission Viejo, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in Mission Viejo, CA are Capistrano Valley High School, Trabuco Hills High School and Svusd Virtual Academy (Alternative). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mission Viejo, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Mission Viejo have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Mission Viejo, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Capistrano Valley High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Mission Viejo, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Capistrano Valley High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
26301 Via Escolar
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
(949) 364-6100
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
(949) 364-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,981 students
Rank: #22.
Trabuco Hills High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27501 Mustang Run
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 768-1934
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 768-1934
Grades: 9-12
| 2,507 students
Rank: #33.
Svusd Virtual Academy (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25952 Cordillera Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-3400
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-3400
Grades: K-12
| 161 students
Rank: #44.
Mission Viejo High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25025 Chrisanta Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 837-7722
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 837-7722
Grades: 9-12
| 1,628 students
Rank: #55.
Esperanza Education Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25121 Pradera Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-5470
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-5470
Grades: 7-12
| 77 students
Rank: #66.
Silverado High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
25632 Peter A. Hartman Way
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 586-8800
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 586-8800
Grades: 9-12
| 248 students
Mission Viejo, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
23000 Via Santa Maria
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 581-5240
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 581-5240
Grades: K-5
| 232 students
25952 Cordillera Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-3400
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-3400
Grades: K-6
| 229 students
24150 Lindley St.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 770-9555
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 770-9555
Grades: K-6
| 186 students
24701 San Doval Ln.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-1280
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 830-1280
Grades: K-6
| 440 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Mission Viejo, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Mission Viejo, CA include Capistrano Valley High School, Trabuco Hills High School and Svusd Virtual Academy (Alternative).
How many public high schools are located in Mission Viejo?
6 public high schools are located in Mission Viejo.
What is the racial composition of students in Mission Viejo?
Mission Viejo public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Mission Viejo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Mission Viejo include: Mission Viejo High School vs. Trabuco Hills High School, Trabuco Hills High School vs. Mission Viejo High School
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