Education

The quality of education provided in Mission Viejo’s schools and institutions is something the city is quite proud of. They emphasize educational excellence as well as strong values. Mission Viejo schools have a high school diploma rate of 94 percent, and nearly half of their students have graduated from college. Mission Viejo is served by the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, which has 78 schools.

Public Schools
Oxford Preparatory Academy South
Philip J Reilly Elementary School
Newhart Middle School
Mission Viejo High School
Bathgate Elementary School Foundation
Carl Hankey K-8 School
Viejo Elementary School
Trabuco Hills High School
Capistrano Valley High School
Agage Academy
Sonrisa School
Fusion Academy Mission Viejo
Silverado High School

Colleges/Universities
Soka University of America
Webster University
Chapman University Rinker Health Science
University of California Irvine
Louis Mount University
123 College of Orange County

Public Library
Mission Viejo Library
Aliso Viejo Library
Aurora Public Library
Orange Country Library El Toro
EDUCATION NEWS
Syracuse Football’s Competitive Quarterback Recruitment for 2026
News Summary Syracuse football is generating excitement as they recruit quarterbacks for the 2026 class. With a three-star commitment and interest from four-star prospect Luke Fahey, the Orange aim to...
Saddleback Women’s Volleyball Team Triumphs Over IVC
News Summary The Saddleback women’s volleyball team secured an impressive 3-1 victory against Irvine Valley College on October 9, extending their winning streak to five out of their last six...
Saddleback College Bobcats Triumph in Season Opener
News Summary The Saddleback College Bobcats kicked off their season with a thrilling 16-9 victory against the College of the Canyons Cougars. As reigning state champions, the Bobcats showcased their...
Growth of Publicly Traded Companies in Orange County
News Summary Recent data shows that Orange County’s publicly traded companies have experienced remarkable growth, with an average revenue increase of 58% over two years. Among the largest firms, 19...
Trinity League Dominates High School Football Rankings Again
News Summary Southern California’s Trinity League has emerged as the top high school football league in America for the fourth consecutive year. With all six of its teams finishing in...
California Schools Embrace Organic Lunch Options
News Summary California schools are implementing the ‘Mission Possible: Go Organic’ initiative, aiming to provide healthier, organic meal options for students. Launched in June 2024 by the California Department of...
Saddleback College Names Jeff Fischer as New Head Coach
News Summary Saddleback College officially appoints Jeff Fischer as the new head coach of its football team in Mission Viejo, following Kerry Crabb’s departure. With a successful track record as...
Countdown to CIF State Championships in Southern California
News Summary The CIF State Championships are set for December 13 and 14 in Southern California, featuring intense high school football matchups at Saddleback College, Fullerton High, and Veterans Stadium....
Saddleback College Unveils New Gateway Building for Students
News Summary Saddleback College has debuted the Gateway Building, a new 79,000 square foot student services center in Mission Viejo, costing $60 million. This state-of-the-art facility enhances student experience with...