Serving 520 students in grades 3-6, Heinz Kaiser Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heinz Kaiser Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1455 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
59%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heinz Kaiser Elementary School's ranking?
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School is ranked #1455 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Heinz Kaiser Elementary School often compared to?
Heinz Kaiser Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mariners Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Heinz Kaiser Elementary School?
520 students attend Heinz Kaiser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Heinz Kaiser Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heinz Kaiser Elementary School?
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Heinz Kaiser Elementary School offer ?
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Heinz Kaiser Elementary School part of?
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Heinz Kaiser Elementary School located?
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School is located in the East Side Costa Mesa neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side Costa Mesa.
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