Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arroyo 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 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Arroyo Elementary serves the northeast part of Tustin, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arroyo 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
School Overview
Arroyo Elementary School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
Arroyo Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arroyo 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
#687 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo Elementary School's ranking?
Arroyo Elementary School is ranked #687 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo Elementary School often compared to?
Arroyo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Hill Elementary School, Loma Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arroyo Elementary School?
585 students attend Arroyo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Arroyo Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arroyo Elementary School?
Arroyo Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arroyo Elementary School offer ?
Arroyo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arroyo Elementary School part of?
Arroyo Elementary School is part of Tustin Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day Back from Winter Recess
January 05, 2027 (Tuesday)
Last day of School
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
First day of School
August 12, 2027 (Thursday)
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