For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,489 students in 92606, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 398 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 92606, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92606, CA are Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy, College Park Elementary School and Alternative Education-san Joaquin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92606 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92606, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92606, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3700 Chaparral Ave.
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 517-1500
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 517-1500
Gr: K-6 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
College Park Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Chaparral Ave.
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-5550
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-5550
Gr: K-6 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Alternative Education-san Joaquin High School
Alternative School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3387 Barranca Pkwy.
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-7440
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-7440
Gr: K-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Plaza Vista
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
670 Paseo Westpark
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-6955
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-6955
Gr: K-8 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Creekside High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3387 Barranca Pkwy.
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-7400
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 936-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92606, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92606, CA include Irvine Unified School District Virtual Academy, College Park Elementary School and Alternative Education-san Joaquin High School.
How many public schools are located in 92606?
5 public schools are located in 92606.
What percentage of students in 92606 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 92606 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92606?
92606 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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