Serving 938 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Beacon Park 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 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 938 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Math Proficiency: 76%
- Reading Proficiency: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beacon Park's student population of 938 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
938 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beacon Park is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
61%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
19%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Beacon Park often compared to?
Beacon Parkis often viewed alongside schools like Portola Springs Elementary School, Cadence Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Beacon Park?
938 students attend Beacon Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Beacon Park students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beacon Park?
Beacon Park has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Beacon Park offer ?
Beacon Park offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Beacon Park part of?
Beacon Park is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Park located?
Beacon Park is located in the Great Park neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Great Park.
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