Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Laguna Niguel 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 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Laguna Niguel Elementary serves the west part of Laguna Niguel, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laguna Niguel 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
Laguna Niguel Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
We Learn, We Grow, We Soar!
School Rankings
Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#861 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
54%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aviators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laguna Niguel Elementary School's ranking?
Laguna Niguel Elementary School is ranked #861 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Laguna Niguel Elementary School often compared to?
Laguna Niguel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moulton Elementary School, Marian Bergeson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Laguna Niguel Elementary School?
456 students attend Laguna Niguel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Laguna Niguel Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laguna Niguel Elementary School?
Laguna Niguel Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laguna Niguel Elementary School offer ?
Laguna Niguel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Laguna Niguel Elementary School part of?
Laguna Niguel Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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