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18 schools in Tustin

California · Public K-12

18 public-school campuses operate inside Tustin, with roughly 10,472 K-12 students enrolled (10 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 high).

7-year change in Tustin

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
10,472
-1,494 (-12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
18
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
12%
was 15%
% Hispanic
62%
was 66%
% Black
2%
was 2%
% Asian
18%
was 13%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Barbara Benson ElementaryElementaryKG-05313
Benjamin F. Beswick ElementaryElementaryKG-05426
C. E. Utt MiddleMiddle06-08554
Columbus Tustin MiddleMiddle06-08583
Helen Estock ElementaryElementaryKG-05456
Heritage ElementaryElementaryKG-05567
Hillview High (Continuation)High09-12142
Ladera ElementaryElementaryKG-05345
Legacy Magnet AcademyHigh06-12964
OCCS:CHEP/PCHSCombinedKG-12290
Peters Canyon ElementaryElementaryKG-05399
Pioneer MiddleMiddle06-08971
Robert Heideman ElementaryElementaryKG-05502
Sycamore Magnet AcademyElementaryKG-081,085
Tustin ConnectCombinedKG-12268
Tustin HighHigh09-121,627
Tustin Ranch ElementaryElementaryKG-05520
W. R. Nelson ElementaryElementaryKG-05460

About Tustin

Across Tustin, California, 18 public schools enrolls about 10,472 students between them.

In terms of grade levels, the city is made up of 10 elementary, 3 middle, 3 high, and 2 other.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Tustin has fell 12% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 11,966 students to 10,472. Demographically, the Asian share of enrollment expanded from 13% to 18%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Tustin discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Tustin?
Tustin, California has 18 public K-12 schools serving approximately 10,472 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Tustin?
Tustin has 10 elementary, 3 middle, 3 high, 2 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Tustin?
Tustin High is the largest public school in Tustin by enrollment, with approximately 1,627 students.
What school districts serve Tustin?
Tustin is served by 2 public school districts, including Orange County Department of Education, Tustin Unified.
What grade levels do public schools in Tustin cover?
Public schools in Tustin serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.