Serving 881 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Turtle Rock 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 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turtle Rock 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
School Overview
Turtle Rock Elementary School's student population of 881 students has grown by 91% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
881 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Turtle Rock is a multicultural community of learners who focus on flexible thinking, cooperative problem solving and creativity.
School Rankings
Turtle Rock Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turtle Rock Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#185 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turtle Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Turtle Rock Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Turtle Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Turtle Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Verde by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Turtle Rock Elementary School?
881 students attend Turtle Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Turtle Rock Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turtle Rock Elementary School?
Turtle Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Turtle Rock Elementary School offer ?
Turtle Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Turtle Rock Elementary School part of?
Turtle Rock Elementary School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Turtle Rock Elementary School located?
Turtle Rock Elementary School is located in the Turtle Rock neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Turtle Rock.
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