Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Prospect Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prospect Elementary serves the west part of Orange, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prospect Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Prospect Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prospect Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prospect Elementary School is 0.35, which is less 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
#4021 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prospect Elementary School's ranking?
Prospect Elementary School is ranked #4021 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Prospect Elementary School often compared to?
Prospect Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcpherson Magnet, Orange County Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Prospect Elementary School?
332 students attend Prospect Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Prospect Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prospect Elementary School?
Prospect Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Prospect Elementary School offer ?
Prospect Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Prospect Elementary School part of?
Prospect Elementary School is part of Orange Unified School District.
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