Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chaparral Elementary School 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 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaparral 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
Chaparral Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chaparral Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaparral Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#579 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
9%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaparral Elementary School's ranking?
Chaparral Elementary School is ranked #579 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chaparral Elementary School often compared to?
Chaparral Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Round Meadow Elementary School, Bay Laurel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chaparral Elementary School?
537 students attend Chaparral Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Chaparral Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaparral Elementary School?
Chaparral Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Chaparral Elementary School offer ?
Chaparral Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chaparral Elementary School part of?
Chaparral Elementary School is part of Las Virgenes Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Chaparral Elementary School located?
Chaparral Elementary School is located in the Greater Mulwood neighborhood of Calabasas, CA.
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