Serving 743 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Las Palmas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Palmas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Las Palmas Elementary School's student population of 743 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
743 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Rankings
Las Palmas Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Palmas Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2817 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
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 Las Palmas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Palmas Elementary School is ranked #2817 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Palmas Elementary School often compared to?
Las Palmas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marblehead Elementary School, Clarence Lobo Elementary School, Concordia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Palmas Elementary School?
743 students attend Las Palmas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Las Palmas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Palmas Elementary School?
Las Palmas Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Palmas Elementary School offer ?
Las Palmas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Las Palmas Elementary School part of?
Las Palmas Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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