Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harold Ambuehl 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harold Ambuehl Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harold Ambuehl Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
49%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Harold Ambuehl Elementary School often compared to?
Harold Ambuehl Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capistrano Home/virtual, Ladera Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Harold Ambuehl Elementary School?
298 students attend Harold Ambuehl Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Harold Ambuehl Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harold Ambuehl Elementary School?
Harold Ambuehl Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harold Ambuehl Elementary School offer ?
Harold Ambuehl Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harold Ambuehl Elementary School part of?
Harold Ambuehl Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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