Serving 1,056 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Foothill Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: 1,056 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foothill Ranch 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
Foothill Ranch Elementary School's student population of 1,056 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,056 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Foothill Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foothill Ranch Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1095 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
20%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Foothill Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School is ranked #1095 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Foothill Ranch Elementary School?
1,056 students attend Foothill Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Foothill Ranch Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foothill Ranch Elementary School?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Foothill Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Foothill Ranch Elementary School part of?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Foothill Ranch Elementary School located?
Foothill Ranch Elementary School is located in the Foothill Ranch neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA.
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