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#3633 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 38% in state
Canyon View Elementary
Elementary School · Irvine Unified
12025 Yale Ct., Irvine, CA 92620
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Irvine
#17 of 47
public schools
California elementary schools
#2,353 of 5,817
In district
#15 of 43
Irvine Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Canyon View Elementary
Canyon View Elementary serves 781 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in Irvine, California, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranking in the 88th percentile statewide (#1150 out of 9566 California schools), the school demonstrates strong academic achievement across all grade levels. Students at Canyon View consistently excel in core subjects, with 80% achieving proficiency or above in both English Language Arts and mathematics.
These impressive results reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence, though families should note the student-teacher ratio of 30:1 with 26 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body. The school draws families from Irvine's 92620 ZIP code area, a highly educated community where 72% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. This affluent neighborhood, with a median household income of $135,494 and median home values around $1.14 million, strongly values education and maintains a low poverty rate of 9.4%.
Located on Yale Court in this large city setting, Canyon View Elementary benefits from being part of Irvine's well-planned community infrastructure, where educational excellence is a cornerstone of the area's family-friendly environment and strong civic engagement.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Canyon View Elementary is 30:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Canyon View Elementary — Students at Canyon View Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Canyon View Elementary Compares
See how Canyon View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 80% (2019) to 79.69% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 83% (2019) to 80.14% (2024).
Location
12025 Yale Ct., Irvine, CA 92620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canyon View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orchard Hills (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - IRVINE (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eastwood Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Irvine, see our Irvine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northwood Montessori School of Irvine Irvine | 0.1 mi | — |
| NORTHWOOD MONTESSORI OF IRVINE Irvine | 0.1 mi | — |
| LEPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Irvine | 0.5 mi | — |
| Northwood High Irvine | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Santiago Hills Elementary Irvine | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Eastwood Elementary Irvine | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Orchard Hills Irvine | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| GREAT FOUNDATIONS MONTESSORI Irvine | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hicks Canyon Elementary Tustin | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Sierra Vista Middle Irvine | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Myford Elementary Tustin | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Stonegate Elementary Irvine | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Brywood Elementary Irvine | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Northwood Elementary Irvine | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Joseph of Cupertino Classical Academy Irvine | 1.7 mi | — |
| Arnold O. Beckman High Tustin | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Pioneer Middle Tustin | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Peters Canyon Elementary Tustin | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Woodbury Elementary Irvine | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| NEW HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - IRVINE Irvine | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,572
Median Home Value
$1,204,100
Median Rent
$3,125/mo
Population
61,744
College Educated
71.7%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
37.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Canyon View Elementary has a median household income of $144,572. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,204,100, with a median rent of $3,125/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASCEND Oakland, CA | 6.9 |
| Alvarado Elementary San Francisco, CA | 6.9 |
| Ardenwood Elementary Fremont, CA | 6.9 |
| Barrett Ranch Elementary Antelope, CA | 6.9 |
| Bellevue Elementary Atwater, CA | 6.9 |
| Birney Elementary Fresno, CA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canyon View Elementary
What grades does Canyon View Elementary serve?
Canyon View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Canyon View Elementary?
Canyon View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 781 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Canyon View Elementary is 30:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canyon View Elementary rank in CA?
Canyon View Elementary is ranked #3633 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Canyon View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Canyon View Elementary has a composite rating of 6.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Canyon View Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Canyon View Elementary has 79.7% math proficiency and 80.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Canyon View Elementary a charter school?
No, Canyon View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canyon View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Canyon View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canyon View Elementary?
11.3% of students at Canyon View Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,479/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Irvine). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 781
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 936-6900
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Irvine Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,731
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,405
- District Rank
- #15 of 43
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