Best Schools in Trabuco Canyon, California
3 schools · 3 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Trabuco Canyon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Portola Hills Elementary
Elementary · Saddleback Valley Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Trabuco Elementary
Elementary · Saddleback Valley Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Robinson Elementary
Elementary · Saddleback Valley Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Trabuco Canyon for 2026 are Portola Hills Elementary (7.4/10), Trabuco Elementary (6.0/10), and Robinson Elementary (5.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$1,115,750
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$1,115,750
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Trabuco Canyon schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Trabuco Canyon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portola Hills Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Trabuco Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Robinson Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $161,451
- Median home value
- $1,115,750
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 95%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Trabuco Canyon compares
California rank
#279 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$161k
162% of California median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Trabuco Canyon, California
Trabuco Canyon, California is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Trabuco Canyon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Trabuco Canyon is Portola Hills Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Trabuco Canyon is served by 1 school district: Saddleback Valley Unified. These districts collectively serve 23,199 students.
Trabuco Canyon's community shows 52% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $161,451. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 758 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 95 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 489 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.9 |
Schools in Trabuco Canyon
Trabuco Canyon, California · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$161,451
Median Home Value
$1,115,750
Median Rent
$3,276/mo
Population
31,634
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
95%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Community Profile
Trabuco Canyon has a median household income of $161,451. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,115,750, with a median rent of $3,276/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Trabuco Canyon, California
How many schools are in Trabuco Canyon, California?
Trabuco Canyon has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Trabuco Canyon, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Trabuco Canyon is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Trabuco Canyon, California?
The top-ranked school in Trabuco Canyon on MySchoolScout is Portola Hills Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Trabuco Canyon, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Trabuco Canyon on MySchoolScout is Portola Hills Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Trabuco Canyon, California?
Trabuco Canyon is served by 1 school district: Saddleback Valley Unified.
What is the education level in Trabuco Canyon, California?
According to Census data, 52% of adults in Trabuco Canyon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Trabuco Canyon, California?
The median household income in Trabuco Canyon is approximately $161,451 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Trabuco Canyon, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Trabuco Canyon is 25.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Trabuco Canyon, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.