For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,490 students in 92651, CA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 92651 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92651, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92651, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Top Of The World Elementary School
(Math: 83% | 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: 71% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%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: 65% | 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 92651, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 92651, CA include Top Of The World Elementary School, El Morro Elementary School and Thurston Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92651?
3 public elementary schools are located in 92651.
What is the racial composition of students in 92651?
92651 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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