Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clarence Lobo Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarence Lobo Elementary serves the southern part of San Clemente, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clarence Lobo Elementary School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
At Lobo, ALL students achieve at high levels.
School Rankings
Clarence Lobo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarence Lobo Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#3301 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarence Lobo Elementary School's ranking?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School is ranked #3301 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Clarence Lobo Elementary School often compared to?
Clarence Lobo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concordia Elementary School, Las Palmas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Clarence Lobo Elementary School?
328 students attend Clarence Lobo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Clarence Lobo Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarence Lobo Elementary School?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Clarence Lobo Elementary School offer ?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Clarence Lobo Elementary School part of?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Clarence Lobo Elementary School located?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School is located in the Rancho San Clemente neighborhood of San Clemente, CA.
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