Schools in 92694 — Ladera Ranch, California: 92694 schools aren't just reaching proficiency — they're pushing students beyond it.
92694 has 6 ranked schools in Ladera Ranch, averaging a Scope Score of 72.7/100 — 27.8 points above the state average of 44.8 (CDE CAASPP 2025). Scores range from 68.6 to 79.4, a 10.8-point spread. 6 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 92694 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Ladera Ranch Middle with a Scope Score of 79 and 50.6% of students exceeding standard.
These schools are pushing students past the bar, not just to it. Schools here average 51.9% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.3%.
Average proficiency falls 3.6 percentage points from grade 3 to grade 5 across 92694. This pattern in test scores may reflect a variety of factors and is worth examining school by school.
Chronic absenteeism across 92694 averages 8.6%, below the state average of 17.9%. CDE CAASPP 2025.
How 92694 compares to nearby zip codes
| Zip | City | Schools | Avg Score | vs 92694 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92694 | Ladera Ranch | 6 | Strong 72.7/100 | — |
| 92692 | Mission Viejo | 7 | Strong 70.8/100 | -1.8 |
| 92691 | Mission Viejo | 13 | Solid 54.5/100 | -18.2 |
| 92688 | Rancho Santa Margarita | 9 | Solid 65.8/100 | -6.9 |
| 92701 | Santa Ana | 13 | Developing 38.5/100 | -34.1 |
| 92703 | Santa Ana | 13 | Developing 36.5/100 | -36.2 |
Source: CDE CAASPP 2025, analyzed by SchoolScope.
School archetypes in 92694
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All schools in 92694
ranked by Scope Score · 2024–25 CAASPP
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ladera Ranch Middle Capistrano Unified High Ceiling | 50.6% | Strong 79/100 |
| 2 | Chaparral Elementary Capistrano Unified High Ceiling | 63.5% | Strong 77/100 |
| 3 | Oso Grande Elementary Capistrano Unified High Ceiling | 56.7% | Strong 71/100 |
| 4 | Ladera Ranch Elementary Capistrano Unified High Ceiling | 51.9% | Strong 70/100 |
| 5 | Esencia Capistrano Unified Strong All-Around | 46.1% | Solid 69/100 |
| 6 | Esencia Middle Capistrano Unified Building Momentum | 42.6% | Solid 69/100 |
Schools in 92694 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