Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Las Flores 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 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Las Flores Elementary serves the northern part of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Flores 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
Las Flores Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Better Together
School Rankings
Las Flores 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 Las Flores Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#668 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Las Flores Elementary School's ranking?
Las Flores Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Flores Elementary School often compared to?
Las Flores Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wagon Wheel 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Flores Elementary School?
328 students attend Las Flores Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Las Flores Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Flores Elementary School?
Las Flores Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Flores Elementary School offer ?
Las Flores Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Las Flores Elementary School part of?
Las Flores Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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