Serving 737 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Las Palmas Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Math Proficiency: 50%
- Reading Proficiency: 52%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Palmas Elementary School's student population of 737 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Las Palmas Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)52%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
41%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Las Palmas Elementary School often compared to?
Las Palmas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marblehead Elementary School, Clarence Lobo Elementary School, Concordia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Palmas Elementary School?
737 students attend Las Palmas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Las Palmas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Palmas Elementary School?
Las Palmas Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Palmas Elementary School offer ?
Las Palmas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Las Palmas Elementary School part of?
Las Palmas Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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