Schools in 92673 — San Clemente, California
92673 has 6 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 66.4 — 22.6 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 41.2 to 74.0, a 32.8-point spread. 4 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 92673 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Vista del Mar Elementary with a Scope Score of 74 and 51.0% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 40.1% 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 5.6 percentage points from grade 3 to grade 5 across 92673. This pattern in test scores may reflect a variety of factors and is worth examining school by school.
Chronic absenteeism across 92673 averages 15.6%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 92673 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 92673
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All schools in 92673
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vista del Mar Elementary Capistrano Unified High Ceiling | 51.0% | Strong 74/100 |
| 2 | Bernice Ayer Middle Capistrano Unified Strong All-Around | 42.5% | Strong 72/100 |
| 3 | Truman Benedict Elementary Capistrano Unified Building Momentum | 45.2% | Strong 72/100 |
| 4 | San Clemente High Capistrano Unified Strong All-Around | 33.4% | Strong 70/100 |
| 5 | Vista del Mar Middle Capistrano Unified Building Momentum | 44.5% | Solid 68/100 |
| 6 | Marblehead Elementary Capistrano Unified Building Momentum | 23.9% | Developing 41/100 |
Schools in 92673 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 92673
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