Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Peters Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peters Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Peters Canyon Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peters Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peters Canyon Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peters Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Peters Canyon Elementary School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Peters Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Peters Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ladera Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Peters Canyon Elementary School?
463 students attend Peters Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Peters Canyon Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peters Canyon Elementary School?
Peters Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Peters Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Peters Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Peters Canyon Elementary School part of?
Peters Canyon Elementary School is part of Tustin Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 4/14/2018
Recently moved from Overseas. The teachers, staffs, students and their parents are very friendly and helpful. We greatly appreciate the environment.
2 10/19/2010
WORST school ever! Moved to Newport Beach and met several families who have also attended and agree. My children fell behind due to a very turbulent divorce. Completely disgusted and highly disappointed with the staffs inability to help families in crisis. Had several meetings where I was told there was nothing 'extra' they would do in order to help and I was to do more at home. NOTE: TURBULENT DIVORCE(not to mention I only had them 50% of the time). My girls dreaded school. They now attend NEWPORT COAST ELEMENTARY. A true example of and outstanding school. Their method of teaching is outside the box and all they do is 'extra'.(ALL within school hrs.) Not only did they catch up within the first year...they LOVE school. Peters Canyon staff needs to take a field trip to NCE and take notes!
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