
Alderwood Elementary School
This K-6 school consistently achieves high rankings and offers young students a well-rounded curriculum, including a gifted program and high performing independent study. Students have the opportunity to participate in a host of enrichment programs, including band, orchestra, chorus, yearbook and art.
- California Distinguished School
2005 Knollcrest
Irvine, CA 92603
Office: (949) 936-5400
Kara Rydman, Principal
http://www.iusd.org/ab

Rancho San Joaquin Middle School
Rancho San Joaquin Middle School is highly regarded for its academic performance that is consistently far above the state average. Seventh and eighth grade students have the benefit of a challenging and well-rounded curriculum taught by highly qualified teachers and access to STEM courses. Students can also participate in ASB leadership and enrichment activities including music and orchestra.
- California Distinguished School
- National Blue Ribbon School
4861 Michelson Drive
Irvine, CA 92612
Office: (949) 936-6500
Mike Modeer, Principal
https://rancho.iusd.org/

University High School
University High School is highly regarded for its commitment to excellence, social responsibility, high achievement and rigorous programs across all areas of academia. It has been consistently named among top high school lists compiled by the Washington Post, Newsweek and US News and World Report. Students have the educational benefit of challenging STEM courses that emphasize technology and engineering, and the school is renowned for its academic teams, including the Physics Bowl, Science Bowl, and Speech and Debate. Diverse athletic teams, celebrated music programs, ASB leadership opportunities, and dozens of clubs further emphasize University’s commitment to a multi-faceted and exceptional high school experience.
- Gold rated by US News as part of the best highschools in the United States
- California Distinguished School
- National Blue Ribbon School
4771 Campus Drive
Irvine, CA 92612
Office: (949) 936-7600
Dr. Kevin Astor, Principal
http://www.universityhigh.org/