Serving 552 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Nohl Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nohl Canyon 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
Diversity
School Overview
Nohl Canyon Elementary School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Rankings
Nohl Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nohl Canyon Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#565 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nohl Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Nohl Canyon Elementary School is ranked #565 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Nohl Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Nohl Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crescent Elementary School, Anaheim Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nohl Canyon Elementary School?
552 students attend Nohl Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Nohl Canyon Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nohl Canyon Elementary School?
Nohl Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nohl Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Nohl Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Nohl Canyon Elementary School part of?
Nohl Canyon Elementary School is part of Orange Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nohl Canyon Elementary School located?
Nohl Canyon Elementary School is located in the Anaheim Hills neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Anaheim Hills.
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