Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clarence Lobo 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clarence Lobo Elementary School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarence Lobo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarence Lobo Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#3610 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
39%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarence Lobo Elementary School's ranking?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School is ranked #3610 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Clarence Lobo Elementary School often compared to?
Clarence Lobo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concordia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Clarence Lobo Elementary School?
357 students attend Clarence Lobo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Clarence Lobo Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarence Lobo Elementary School?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Clarence Lobo Elementary School offer ?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Clarence Lobo Elementary School part of?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Clarence Lobo Elementary School located?
Clarence Lobo Elementary School is located in the Rancho San Clemente neighborhood of San Clemente, CA.
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