Serving 330 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hidden Hills 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hidden Hills Elementary serves the western part of Laguna Niguel, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 1.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hidden Hills Elementary School's student population of 330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
330 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Own your actions, Work to succeed, Lead with kindness, Show respect!
School Rankings
Hidden Hills 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 Hidden Hills Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#3143 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Hidden Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Hidden Hills Elementary School is ranked #3143 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hidden Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Hidden Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George White Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hidden Hills Elementary School?
330 students attend Hidden Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hidden Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hidden Hills Elementary School?
Hidden Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hidden Hills Elementary School offer ?
Hidden Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hidden Hills Elementary School part of?
Hidden Hills Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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