Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mabel M. Paine Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mabel M. Paine Elementary serves the northern part of Placentia, CA, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mabel M. Paine 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
Mabel M. Paine Elementary School's student population of 419 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
We inspire all learners to achieve excellence in an encouraging, caring community.
School Rankings
Mabel M. Paine Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mabel M. Paine Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
36%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Mabel M. Paine Elementary School's ranking?
Mabel M. Paine Elementary School is ranked #1004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mabel M. Paine Elementary School often compared to?
Mabel M. Paine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Mabel M. Paine Elementary School?
419 students attend Mabel M. Paine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Mabel M. Paine Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mabel M. Paine Elementary School?
Mabel M. Paine Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mabel M. Paine Elementary School offer ?
Mabel M. Paine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mabel M. Paine Elementary School part of?
Mabel M. Paine Elementary School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
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