Best Public Schools in Zip Code 92705

This analysis covers 15 schools in Santa Ana's 92705 zip code, serving grades K-12 across five districts, revealing significant performance differences between neighboring schools.

Top-performing schools like Tustin Memorial Elementary and Arroyo Elementary, both in the Tustin Unified district, achieve exceptional test scores and have very low chronic absenteeism. In contrast, schools like Sierra Preparatory Academy and Century High from Santa Ana Unified struggle with low proficiency rates and higher dropout or absenteeism, despite often having higher per-student spending.

Overall, schools in the Tustin Unified district consistently outperform others in the area, while elementary schools generally show stronger results than middle or high schools. Key factors linked to success include lower chronic absenteeism and efficient use of resources, as some of the highest-spending schools have the lowest performance. For parents, this highlights the importance of looking beyond funding at specific school practices, attendance records, and consistent academic results when evaluating options.