Serving 533 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Canyon Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon Vista Elementary serves the west part of Aliso Viejo, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most residents living within about 0.6 miles of the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon 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
Canyon Vista Elementary School's student population of 533 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon 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
#303 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
White
55%
20%
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Vista Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Canyon Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School, Don Juan Avila Elementary School, Wood Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canyon Vista Elementary School?
533 students attend Canyon Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Canyon Vista Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Vista Elementary School?
Canyon Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Vista Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Canyon Vista Elementary School part of?
Canyon Vista Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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