Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arroyo Vista 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 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Arroyo Vista Elementary serves the northern part of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arroyo Vista 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 Vista Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Care. We Share. We Prepare. We are Wildcats.
School Rankings
Arroyo Vista 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 Vista Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#786 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Arroyo Vista Elementary School is ranked #786 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Arroyo Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tijeras Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arroyo Vista Elementary School?
508 students attend Arroyo Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Arroyo Vista Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arroyo Vista Elementary School?
Arroyo Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arroyo Vista Elementary School offer ?
Arroyo Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arroyo Vista Elementary School part of?
Arroyo Vista Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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