For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,948 students in 92603, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,097 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in 92603, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92603, CA are Vista Verde, Turtle Rock Elementary School and Bonita Canyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92603 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92603, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92603, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vista Verde
(Math: 82% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6 Federation Way
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 936-6350
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 936-6350
Gr: K-8 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Turtle Rock Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5151 Amalfi Dr.
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 936-6250
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 936-6250
Gr: K-6 | 899 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Bonita Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Sundance
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 936-5450
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 936-5450
Gr: K-6 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Alderwood Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2005 Knollcrest
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 936-5400
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 936-5400
Gr: K-6 | 825 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92603, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92603, CA include Vista Verde, Turtle Rock Elementary School and Bonita Canyon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92603?
4 public schools are located in 92603.
What percentage of students in 92603 go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in 92603 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92603?
92603 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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