Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Del Lago 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Del Lago Elementary serves the west part of Mission Viejo, CA, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Lago Elementary School's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
362 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Del Lago 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 Del Lago Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#3882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
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Asian
13%
12%
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Hispanic
42%
56%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
32%
20%
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Two or more races
11%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Lago Elementary School's ranking?
Del Lago Elementary School is ranked #3882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Lago Elementary School often compared to?
Del Lago Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Del Lago Elementary School?
362 students attend Del Lago Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Del Lago Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Lago Elementary School?
Del Lago Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Lago Elementary School offer ?
Del Lago Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Del Lago Elementary School part of?
Del Lago Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
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