Schools in 92603 — Irvine, California: 92603 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.
92603 has 4 ranked schools in Irvine, averaging a Scope Score of 73.4/100 — 28.5 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 59.6 to 82.0, a 22.4-point spread. 3 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 92603 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Turtle Rock Elementary with a Scope Score of 82 and 62.8% of students exceeding standard.
These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 51.6% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.
Schools in 92603 show an average grade 3-to-5 growth of +3.3 percentage points, suggesting these schools are adding real value over time.
Chronic absenteeism across 92603 averages 9.8%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.
How 92603 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip | City | Schools | Avg Score | vs 92603 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92603 | Irvine | 4 | Strong 73.4/100 | — |
| 92602 | Irvine | 4 | Strong 76.0/100 | +2.6 |
| 92604 | Irvine | 9 | Solid 69.8/100 | -3.6 |
| 92606 | Irvine | 4 | Solid 53.7/100 | -19.6 |
| 92596 | Winchester | 7 | Solid 51.4/100 | -21.9 |
| 92595 | Wildomar | 7 | Developing 39.2/100 | -34.1 |
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
School archetypes in 92603
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All schools in 92603
ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turtle Rock Elementary Irvine Unified High Ceiling | 62.8% | Strong 82/100 |
| 2 | Bonita Canyon Elementary Irvine Unified High Ceiling | 53.7% | Strong 77/100 |
| 3 | Vista Verde Irvine Unified High Ceiling | 51.9% | Strong 75/100 |
| 4 | Alderwood Elementary Irvine Unified Solid Base | 38.0% | Solid 60/100 |
Schools in 92603 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.
Numbers tell you whether students are clearing the bar. A school visit tells you whether they're happy doing it. These metrics are intentionally missing from the Scope Score: class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality; arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs; teacher experience and turnover; campus safety and social-emotional support; parent and community engagement; quality of special education and gifted programs; how school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access. Full methodology