For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,373 students in 92651, CA (there are , serving 1,221 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 92651, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92651, CA are Top Of The World Elementary School, El Morro Elementary School and Thurston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92651 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92651, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92651, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Top Of The World Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
21601 Tree Top Ln.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-7790
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-7790
Grades: K-5
| 552 students
Rank: #22.
El Morro Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8681 North Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-7780
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-7780
Grades: K-5
| 419 students
Rank: #33.
Thurston Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2100 Park Ave.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-7785
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-7785
Grades: 6-8
| 519 students
Rank: #44.
Laguna Beach High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
625 Park Ave.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-7750
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-7750
Grades: 9-12
| 883 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92651, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92651, CA include Top Of The World Elementary School, El Morro Elementary School and Thurston Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 92651?
4 public schools are located in 92651.
What percentage of students in 92651 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 92651 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92651?
92651 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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