Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chaparral 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 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- 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 661 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Chaparral Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaparral Elementary School 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
#243 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaparral Elementary School's ranking?
Chaparral Elementary School is ranked #243 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chaparral Elementary School often compared to?
Chaparral Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ladera Ranch Elementary School, Oso Grande Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chaparral Elementary School?
661 students attend Chaparral Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Chaparral Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaparral Elementary School?
Chaparral Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, 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 Capistrano Unified School District.
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