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Best 92688 California Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,115 students in 92688, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92688, CA are Tijeras Creek Elementary School, Arroyo Vista Middle School and Las Flores Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92688 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92688, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92688, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tijeras Creek Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
23072 Avenida Empresa
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5300
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Arroyo Vista Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
23371 Arroyo Vista
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5951
Gr: 6-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Las Flores Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
25862 Antonio Pkwy.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-6543
Gr: 6-8 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Las Flores Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
25862 Antonio Pkwy.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-6935
Gr: K-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Arroyo Vista Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
23371 Arroyo Vista
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5951
Gr: K-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #66.
Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
21301 Avenida De Los Flores
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-3339
Gr: K-6 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #77.
Melinda Heights Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
21001 Rancho Trabuco
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-7311
Gr: K-6 | 950 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #88.
Cielo Vista Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
21811 Avenida De Los Fundadore
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-7456
Gr: K-6 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 92688 California

92688, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Svusd Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
21001 Rancho Trabuco Rd.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 580-3457
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92688, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92688, CA include Tijeras Creek Elementary School, Arroyo Vista Middle School and Las Flores Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92688?
8 public elementary schools are located in 92688.
What is the racial composition of students in 92688?
92688 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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