For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 384 students in 92629, CA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 92629, CA is Richard Henry Dana Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 92629 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92629, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92629, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richard Henry Dana Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24242 La Cresta Dr.
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 496-5784
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 496-5784
Grades: K-5
| 384 students
92629, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Richard Henry Dana Exceptional Needs (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
24242 La Cresta Dr.
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 234-5505
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 234-5505
Grades: K-6
| 30 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 92629, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92629, CA include Richard Henry Dana Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92629?
1 public elementary schools are located in 92629.
What is the racial composition of students in 92629?
92629 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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