Serving 825 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Alderwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alderwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alderwood Elementary School's student population of 825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alderwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alderwood Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#775 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alderwood Elementary School's ranking?
Alderwood Elementary School is ranked #775 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alderwood Elementary School often compared to?
Alderwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alderwood Elementary School?
825 students attend Alderwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Alderwood Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alderwood Elementary School?
Alderwood Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alderwood Elementary School offer ?
Alderwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Alderwood Elementary School part of?
Alderwood Elementary School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alderwood Elementary School located?
Alderwood Elementary School is located in the Quail Hill neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
School Reviews
5 4/6/2019
With all of the Irvine homes and apartments being built recently, the classes are becoming over crowded (29-30 kids per class). Smart kids go to this school. Some teachers are better and more caring than others. Parking and school drop-offs and pickups are a bit chaotic.
2 2/28/2012
If you are of color you may have a problem in second grade...Bain...run...other than that the principal is excellent...
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