For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,279 students in 92651, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 583 private students). 82% 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92651, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
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
Gr: K-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
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
Gr: 6-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 815 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
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?
82% 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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