What types of schools are available in Irvine, California?

Irvine, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Irvine, California

Q: How many schools are in Irvine, California?

There are 52 schools in Irvine, California, serving 46,183 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Irvine?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Irvine, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 52 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

46,183

Total Students

Across Irvine

25:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

52 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)1 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)10 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,307 students at University High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Deerfield Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

2 Deerfield Ave., Irvine, CA 92604

4200 Manzanita, Irvine, CA 92604

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

3 Lemongrass, Irvine, CA 92604

3387 Barranca Pkwy., Irvine, CA 92606

Rancho San Joaquin Middle

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

4861 Michelson Dr., Irvine, CA 92612

4321 Walnut Ave., Irvine, CA 92604

Santiago Hills Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

29 Christamon West, Irvine, CA 92620

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

4 Deerfield Ave., Irvine, CA 92604

Stone Creek Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

2 Stone Creek South, Irvine, CA 92604

University Park Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

4572 Sandburg Way, Irvine, CA 92612

Turtle Rock Elementary

publicmiddleK-6

5151 Amalfi Dr., Irvine, CA 92603

4771 Campus Dr., Irvine, CA 92612

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Irvine

Irvine, California is home to 52 schools serving over 46,183 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Irvine, California?

There are 52 schools in Irvine, serving 46,183 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Irvine?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Irvine include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Irvine?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Irvine is 25:1.

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