For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 8,388 students in Tustin, CA. The top-ranked public high schools in Tustin, CA are Legacy Magnet Academy, Arnold O. Beckman High School and Foothill High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tustin, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Tustin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Tustin, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Foothill High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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 Tustin, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Legacy Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
15500 Legacy Rd.
Tustin, CA 92782
(714) 430-2088
Tustin, CA 92782
(714) 430-2088
Gr: 6-12 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Arnold O. Beckman High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3588 Bryan Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 734-2900
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 734-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 2,713 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Foothill High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19251 Dodge Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7464
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7464
Gr: 9-12 | 2,196 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Tustin Connect
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1151 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 430-2052
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 430-2052
Gr: K-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Occschep/pchs
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14262 Franklin Ave. Ste. 100
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 245-6500
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 245-6500
Gr: K-12 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Tustin High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1171 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7414
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7414
Gr: 9-12 | 1,820 student Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Hillview High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1701 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7356
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7356
Gr: 9-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Tustin, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1151 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7457
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7457
Gr: K-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1
1402 Sycamore Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7364
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7364
Gr: K-5
1701 San Juan St.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7544
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 730-7544
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Tustin Connect Center (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
15400 Lansdowne Rd.
Tustin, CA 92782
(714) 730-7395
Tustin, CA 92782
(714) 730-7395
Gr: K-8 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Tustin, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Tustin, CA include Legacy Magnet Academy, Arnold O. Beckman High School and Foothill High School. Tustin has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in California.
How many public high schools are located in Tustin?
7 public high schools are located in Tustin.
What is the racial composition of students in Tustin?
Tustin public high schools minority enrollment is 78% 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 Tustin are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Tustin include: Tustin High School vs. Foothill High School, Arnold O. Beckman High School vs. Foothill High School, Foothill High School vs. Arnold O. Beckman High School
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