For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,735 students in 92604, CA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 92604, CA are Lakeside Middle School, Irvine International Academy and Venado Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92604 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92604, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92604, CA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3 Lemongrass
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 559-1601
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 559-1601
Grades: 7-8
| 652 students
Rank: #22.
Irvine International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4782 Karen Ann Ln.
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 242-6164
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 242-6164
Grades: K-8
| 530 students
Rank: #33.
Venado Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4 Deerfield Ave.
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 936-6800
Irvine, CA 92604
(949) 936-6800
Grades: 7-8
| 553 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 92604, CA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 92604, CA include Lakeside Middle School, Irvine International Academy and Venado Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 92604?
3 public middle schools are located in 92604.
What is the racial composition of students in 92604?
92604 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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