Serving 548 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Santiago Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Santiago Hills Elementary serves the northern part of Irvine, CA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santiago 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
Santiago Hills Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 132% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Santiago Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santiago Hills Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#176 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
67%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
White
15%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santiago Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Santiago Hills Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santiago Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Santiago Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonegate Elementary School, Canyon View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santiago Hills Elementary School?
548 students attend Santiago Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Santiago Hills Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santiago Hills Elementary School?
Santiago Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santiago Hills Elementary School offer ?
Santiago Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Santiago Hills Elementary School part of?
Santiago Hills Elementary School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Santiago Hills Elementary School located?
Santiago Hills Elementary School is located in the Northwood neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Northwood.
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Date
Last Day of School
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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