Summary:
Zip code 92782 in Tustin, CA, is served by six public schools within the Tustin Unified district, including four elementary schools, one middle school, and the standout 6-12 Legacy Magnet Academy.
The clear academic leader is Legacy Magnet Academy, a top-tier statewide school with a 99% graduation rate, zero dropouts, and the highest test scores. Among elementary schools, Peters Canyon Elementary stands out for its high math proficiency and efficiency, while Pioneer Middle shows strong, improving performance. In comparison, Tustin Ranch Elementary has lower test scores, though it still performs above the California average.
Overall, this is a high-performing area where five of the six schools rank in the 88th percentile or higher statewide. The district's success comes despite student-teacher ratios that are consistently above 24-to-1. The notable performance variation between schools, particularly at the elementary level, suggests that while the district provides a strong foundation, individual school environments and programs contribute significantly to student outcomes.
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