Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bonita Canyon 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 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonita Canyon Elementary serves the southwest part of Irvine, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonita Canyon 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
Bonita Canyon Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Bonita Canyon 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 Bonita Canyon Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#623 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonita Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Bonita Canyon Elementary School is ranked #623 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bonita Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Bonita Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Rock Elementary School, Vista Verde by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bonita Canyon Elementary School?
395 students attend Bonita Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bonita Canyon Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonita Canyon Elementary School?
Bonita Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bonita Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Bonita Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Bonita Canyon Elementary School part of?
Bonita Canyon Elementary School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bonita Canyon Elementary School located?
Bonita Canyon Elementary School is located in the Turtle Rock neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Turtle Rock.
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Date
Last Day of School
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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