Serving 221 students in grades Kindergarten-6, San Joaquin 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Joaquin Elementary serves the west part of Laguna Hills, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Joaquin Elementary School's student population of 221 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
221 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Joaquin 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 San Joaquin Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 San Joaquin Elementary School's ranking?
San Joaquin Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Joaquin Elementary School?
221 students attend San Joaquin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of San Joaquin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Joaquin Elementary School?
San Joaquin Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Joaquin Elementary School offer ?
San Joaquin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is San Joaquin Elementary School part of?
San Joaquin Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
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