Best Public Schools in Zip Code 92843

This analysis covers 12 public schools in zip code 92843, part of the Garden Grove Unified district, serving a high-need community with grades from K-12, where most schools outperform state averages despite high rates of economic disadvantage.

The area features standout elementary schools like Excelsior Elementary and Thomas Paine Elementary, which achieve academic rankings in the 90th and 89th percentiles statewide with strong test scores and good attendance. In contrast, schools such as Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary and Clinton Elementary rank significantly lower, showing that performance varies widely even within the same zip code and district.

At the higher grade levels, James Irvine Intermediate is a high-performing middle school, while Leroy L. Doig Intermediate lags behind. The sole high school, Santiago High, maintains a strong graduation rate but faces a notable challenge with math proficiency. Overall, the district is above average, but parents should note the significant differences in academic results and resources between individual schools.