Serving 82 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Capistrano Home/virtual 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 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capistrano Home/virtual ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Capistrano Home/virtual's student population of 82 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
82 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capistrano Home/virtual 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 Capistrano Home/virtual is 0.58, 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
#861 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capistrano Home/virtual's ranking?
Capistrano Home/virtual is ranked #861 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Capistrano Home/virtual often compared to?
Capistrano Home/virtualis often viewed alongside schools like Harold Ambuehl Elementary School, Ladera Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Capistrano Home/virtual?
82 students attend Capistrano Home/virtual.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Capistrano Home/virtual students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capistrano Home/virtual?
Capistrano Home/virtual has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Capistrano Home/virtual offer ?
Capistrano Home/virtual offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Capistrano Home/virtual part of?
Capistrano Home/virtual is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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