Serving 990 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Foothill Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Foothill Ranch Elementary serves the northwest part of Mission Viejo, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Most students live within a 1.6-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away, making for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill Ranch 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
Foothill Ranch Elementary School's student population of 990 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
990 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Foothill Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill Ranch Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1147 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School is ranked #1147 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Foothill Ranch Elementary School?
990 students attend Foothill Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Foothill Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Foothill Ranch Elementary School?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Foothill Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Foothill Ranch Elementary School part of?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Foothill Ranch Elementary School located?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School is located in the Foothill Ranch neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA.
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