Best K-12 Schools and Colleges/Universities in San Clemente, California
K-12 Schools
- San Clemente High School
- Recognized for its International Baccalaureate (IB) program
- Strong athletics program, particularly in surfing and water sports
- Bernice Ayer Middle School
- Focuses on STEM education
- Offers various extracurricular activities
- Las Palmas Elementary School
- Dual language immersion program
- Strong parent involvement and community support
Colleges and Universities
While San Clemente doesn’t have its own four-year university, several notable institutions are within commuting distance:
- Saddleback College (Mission Viejo)
- Comprehensive community college
- Known for its nursing and transfer programs
- Chapman University (Orange)
- Private university with strong liberal arts and film programs
- About 30 miles from San Clemente
