Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Los Perales Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Los Perales Elementary serves the northwest part of Moraga, CA, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Perales 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
Los Perales Elementary School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Los Perales Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Perales Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#192 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Perales Elementary School's ranking?
Los Perales Elementary School is ranked #192 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Perales Elementary School often compared to?
Los Perales Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camino Pablo Elementary School, Donald L. Rheem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Perales Elementary School?
366 students attend Los Perales Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Los Perales Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Perales Elementary School?
Los Perales Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Perales Elementary School offer ?
Los Perales Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Los Perales Elementary School part of?
Los Perales Elementary School is part of Moraga Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Los Perales Elementary School located?
Los Perales Elementary School is located in the Corliss neighborhood of Moraga, CA.
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