Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chaparral 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 65% (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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Chaparral Elementary serves the eastern part of Calabasas, CA, covering an area of approximately 11.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaparral 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
Chaparral Elementary School's student population of 614 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
C.U.B.S.: A Community Unified Builds Success
School Rankings
Chaparral 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 Chaparral Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#736 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
White
68%
20%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaparral Elementary School's ranking?
Chaparral Elementary School is ranked #736 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chaparral Elementary School often compared to?
Chaparral Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Laurel Elementary School, Round Meadow Elementary School, Lupin Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% 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 Chaparral Elementary School?
614 students attend Chaparral Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Chaparral Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chaparral Elementary School?
Chaparral Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chaparral Elementary School offer ?
Chaparral Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chaparral Elementary School part of?
Chaparral Elementary School is part of Las Virgenes Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Chaparral Elementary School located?
Chaparral Elementary School is located in the Greater Mulwood neighborhood of Calabasas, CA.
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