Serving 809 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Portola Hills 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 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Portola Hills Elementary serves the northwest part of Trabuco Canyon, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portola Hills 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
Portola Hills Elementary School's student population of 809 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
809 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing today’s students to succeed in tomorrow’s world.
School Rankings
Portola Hills 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 Portola Hills Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#626 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Portola Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Portola Hills Elementary School is ranked #626 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Portola Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Portola Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Portola Hills Elementary School?
809 students attend Portola Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Portola Hills Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portola Hills Elementary School?
Portola Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Portola Hills Elementary School offer ?
Portola Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Portola Hills Elementary School part of?
Portola Hills Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Portola Hills Elementary School located?
Portola Hills Elementary School is located in the Portola Hills neighborhood of Trabuco Canyon, CA.
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