Serving 965 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cadence Park ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cadence Park 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
Cadence Park's student population of 965 students has grown by 96% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
965 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Cadence Park ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cadence Park is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1291 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
59%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pumas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cadence Park's ranking?
Cadence Park is ranked #1291 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cadence Park often compared to?
Cadence Parkis often viewed alongside schools like Beacon Park, Lakeside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cadence Park?
965 students attend Cadence Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cadence Park students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cadence Park?
Cadence Park has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cadence Park offer ?
Cadence Park offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cadence Park part of?
Cadence Park is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cadence Park located?
Cadence Park is located in the Great Park neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Great Park.
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