Serving 672 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Don Juan Avila 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 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Don Juan Avila Elementary serves the northwest part of Aliso Viejo, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the boundary of the attendance zone being about 0.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don Juan Avila 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
Don Juan Avila Elementary School's student population of 672 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
672 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Be Respectful, Responsible, and Ready!
School Rankings
Don Juan Avila 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 Don Juan Avila Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#588 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-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 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-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 Don Juan Avila Elementary School's ranking?
Don Juan Avila Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Don Juan Avila Elementary School often compared to?
Don Juan Avila Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School, Canyon Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Don Juan Avila Elementary School?
672 students attend Don Juan Avila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Don Juan Avila Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 16% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don Juan Avila Elementary School?
Don Juan Avila Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Don Juan Avila Elementary School offer ?
Don Juan Avila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Don Juan Avila Elementary School part of?
Don Juan Avila Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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