Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Capistrano Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Capistrano Elementary serves the west part of Modesto, CA, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capistrano Elementary School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capistrano Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capistrano Elementary School is 0.41, which is less 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
#6395 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capistrano Elementary School's ranking?
Capistrano Elementary School is ranked #6395 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Capistrano Elementary School?
469 students attend Capistrano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Capistrano Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capistrano Elementary School?
Capistrano Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Capistrano Elementary School offer ?
Capistrano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Capistrano Elementary School part of?
Capistrano Elementary School is part of Empire Union Elementary School District.
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