For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,150 students in 92688, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92688, CA are Tijeras Creek Elementary School, Arroyo Vista Middle School and Las Flores Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92688 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92688, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92688, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tijeras Creek Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
23072 Avenida Empresa
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5300
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5300
Gr: K-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Arroyo Vista Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
23371 Arroyo Vista
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5951
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5951
Gr: 6-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Las Flores Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
25862 Antonio Pkwy.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-6543
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-6543
Gr: 6-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Las Flores Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
25862 Antonio Pkwy.
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-6935
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-6935
Gr: K-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Arroyo Vista Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
23371 Arroyo Vista
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5951
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 234-5951
Gr: K-5 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21301 Avenida De Los Flores
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-3339
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 858-3339
Gr: K-6 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #77.
Melinda Heights Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21001 Rancho Trabuco
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-7311
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 888-7311
Gr: K-6 | 950 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #88.
Cielo Vista Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21811 Avenida De Los Fundadore
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-7456
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 589-7456
Gr: K-6 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92688, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92688, CA include Tijeras Creek Elementary School, Arroyo Vista Middle School and Las Flores Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92688?
8 public elementary schools are located in 92688.
What is the racial composition of students in 92688?
92688 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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