Schools in 92606 — Irvine, California
92606 has 3 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 54.6 — 10.8 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 31.8 to 68.6, a 36.9-point spread.
How 92606 schools perform
The top-ranked school is College Park Elementary with a Scope Score of 69 and 49.1% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 30.6% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Declining trajectory: Average proficiency drops by 7.4 percentage points from grade 3 to grade 5 across 92606. This pattern in test scores may reflect a variety of factors and is worth examining school by school.
Chronic absenteeism across 92606 averages 27.4%, below the state average of 18.1%. This elevated rate may indicate systemic attendance challenges in the area.
How 92606 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 92606
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All schools in 92606
| # | School | Score | County | Exceeded | Met+ | Absent | Susp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | College Park Elementary Irvine Unified Building Momentum | 69 | Orange | 49.1% | 71.1% | 7.9% | 2.5% |
| 2 | Plaza Vista Irvine Unified Strong All-Around | 63 | Orange | 38.0% | 65.9% | 9.5% | 0.4% |
| 3 | Creekside High Irvine Unified Building Momentum | 32 | Orange | 4.5% | 16.7% | 64.7% | 12.4% |
Schools in 92606 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
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What Scope Scores can't tell you about 92606
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