Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Culverdale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Culverdale Elementary serves the west part of Irvine, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most living within about 0.8 miles, although the furthest edge is up to 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culverdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Culverdale Elementary School's student population of 558 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Motto
Be Kind, Be Safe, Be Responsible
School Rankings
Culverdale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Culverdale Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1946 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
34%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Culverdale Elementary School's ranking?
Culverdale Elementary School is ranked #1946 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Culverdale Elementary School often compared to?
Culverdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westpark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Culverdale Elementary School?
558 students attend Culverdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Culverdale Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Culverdale Elementary School?
Culverdale Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Culverdale Elementary School offer ?
Culverdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Culverdale Elementary School part of?
Culverdale Elementary School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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