Serving 784 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Crescent 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 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crescent 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
Diversity
School Overview
Crescent Elementary School's student population of 784 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crescent Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crescent Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#341 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
23%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crescent Elementary School's ranking?
Crescent Elementary School is ranked #341 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Crescent Elementary School often compared to?
Crescent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anaheim Hills Elementary School, Nohl Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Crescent Elementary School?
784 students attend Crescent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Crescent Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crescent Elementary School?
Crescent Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Crescent Elementary School offer ?
Crescent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Crescent Elementary School part of?
Crescent Elementary School is part of Orange Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Crescent Elementary School located?
Crescent Elementary School is located in the Anaheim Hills neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Anaheim Hills.
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