Rancho Canada Elementary School

21801 Winding Way
Lake Forest, CA 92630
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 633 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rancho Canada 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 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 633 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 30% in CA
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : Rancho Canada Elementary serves the west part of Lake Forest, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Rancho Canada Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Rancho Canada Elementary School's student population of 633 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
633 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
Rancho students strive to become independent thinkers, resourceful problem-solvers, and confident citizens in tomorrow's world.

School Rankings

Rancho Canada Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Canada 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#1950 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

53%
34%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

57%
47%
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
19%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
30%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
1%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
40%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
10%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
60%
0.71

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
15%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rancho Canada Elementary School's ranking?
Rancho Canada Elementary School is ranked #1950 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Canada Elementary School often compared to?
Rancho Canada Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Madera Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho Canada Elementary School?
633 students attend Rancho Canada Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Rancho Canada Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Canada Elementary School?
Rancho Canada Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Canada Elementary School offer ?
Rancho Canada Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rancho Canada Elementary School part of?
Rancho Canada Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 633 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : Rancho Canada Elementary serves the west part of Lake Forest, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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