Schools in 92688 — Rancho Santa Margarita, California: 92688 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.
92688 has 9 ranked schools in Rancho Santa Margarita, averaging a Scope Score of 65.8/100 — 21.0 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 45.8 to 82.0, a 36.2-point spread. 4 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 92688 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Las Flores Elementary with a Scope Score of 82 and 51.8% of students exceeding standard.
These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 41.5% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.
Chronic absenteeism across 92688 averages 10.5%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.
How 92688 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip | City | Schools | Avg Score | vs 92688 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92688 | Rancho Santa Margarita | 9 | Solid 65.8/100 | — |
| 92691 | Mission Viejo | 13 | Solid 54.5/100 | -11.3 |
| 92692 | Mission Viejo | 7 | Strong 70.8/100 | +5.0 |
| 92683 | Westminster | 16 | Developing 48.2/100 | -17.6 |
| 92694 | Ladera Ranch | 6 | Strong 72.7/100 | +6.9 |
| 92679 | Coto De Caza | 3 | Solid 67.2/100 | +1.4 |
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
School archetypes in 92688
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All schools in 92688
ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Las Flores Elementary Capistrano Unified High Ceiling | 51.8% | Strong 82/100 |
| 2 | Arroyo Vista Middle Capistrano Unified High Ceiling | 52.2% | Strong 79/100 |
| 3 | Tesoro High Capistrano Unified High Ceiling | 50.6% | Strong 74/100 |
| 4 | Las Flores Middle Capistrano Unified Building Momentum | 45.0% | Strong 72/100 |
| 5 | Arroyo Vista Elementary Capistrano Unified Strong All-Around | 38.4% | Solid 66/100 |
| 6 | Melinda Heights Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified Strong All-Around | 29.2% | Solid 59/100 |
| 7 | Tijeras Creek Elementary Capistrano Unified Solid Base | 45.2% | Solid 58/100 |
| 8 | Trabuco Mesa Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified Solid Base | 47.7% | Solid 57/100 |
| 9 | Cielo Vista Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified Building Momentum | 13.6% | Developing 46/100 |
Schools in 92688 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