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Very Good

#2251 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 24% in state

Capistrano Home/virtual

Elementary School · Capistrano Unified

33122 Valle Rd., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Enrollment

91

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,251 of 9,539

In San Juan Capistrano

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#40 of 57

Capistrano Unified

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Capistrano Home/virtual

7.6/10

Elementary School in San Juan Capistrano · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Capistrano Home/virtual

Capistrano Home/virtual is a public elementary school in San Juan Capistrano, CA, part of Capistrano Unified. Capistrano Home/virtual serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Capistrano Home/virtual has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,251 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Capistrano Home/virtual show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 91 students, Capistrano Home/virtual is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-1.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,860
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

Capistrano Home/virtual — Students at Capistrano Home/virtual score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 73.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
57.9%
ELA
71.4%
2024
Math
44.2%
ELA
62.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Capistrano Home/virtual Compares

See how Capistrano Home/virtual performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in CA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

33122 Valle Rd., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Capistrano Home/virtual may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palisades Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Capistrano Beach), with a very similar rating. Another option is Del Obispo Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Juan Capistrano, see our San Juan Capistrano schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
California Preparatory Academy San Juan Capistrano 0.0 mi 7.7
California Connections Academy Southern California San Juan Capistrano 0.4 mi 3.4
Kinoshita Elementary San Juan Capistrano 0.5 mi 4.1
Marco Forster Middle San Juan Capistrano 0.5 mi 6.2
Del Obispo Elementary San Juan Capistrano 0.6 mi 6.4
CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano 1.0 mi 4.9
West River Academy Dana Point 1.0 mi
FOUNDATIONS COGNITIVE SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano 1.2 mi 5.1
Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano Covina 1.2 mi 6.4
THE JOHNSON ACADEMY San Juan Capistrano 1.4 mi 5.3
MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano 1.5 mi 6.4
ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR PARISH SCHOOL Dana Point 1.3 mi 5.7
ST EDWARD PARISH SCHOOL Dana Point 1.4 mi 5.6
Mission Basilica School San Juan Capistrano 1.5 mi
Bridges Community Day San Juan Capistrano 1.5 mi
San Juan Elementary San Juan Capistrano 1.5 mi 4.0
OCASA College Prep San Juan Capistrano 1.5 mi 4.3
St. Edward the Confessor Parish School Dana Point 1.4 mi
Palisades Elementary Capistrano Beach 1.6 mi 7.6
Capistrano Union High San Juan Capistrano 1.6 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92675 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,893

Median Home Value

$929,700

Median Rent

$2,500/mo

Population

34,998

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

78.5%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

44.8

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CHILDRENS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Van Nuys, CA 7.6
Cuyama Elementary New Cuyama, CA 7.6
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF RIVERSIDE Riverside, CA 7.6
KIRK O' THE VALLEY SCHOOL Reseda, CA 7.6
Newberry Springs Elementary Yermo, CA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Capistrano Home/virtual

What grades does Capistrano Home/virtual serve?

Capistrano Home/virtual serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Capistrano Home/virtual?

Capistrano Home/virtual has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Capistrano Home/virtual?

The student-teacher ratio at Capistrano Home/virtual is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Capistrano Home/virtual rank in CA?

Capistrano Home/virtual ranks #2,251 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Capistrano Home/virtual's MySchoolScout rating?

Capistrano Home/virtual has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Capistrano Home/virtual?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Capistrano Home/virtual has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Capistrano Home/virtual a charter school?

No, Capistrano Home/virtual is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Capistrano Home/virtual a Title I school?

No, Capistrano Home/virtual is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Capistrano Home/virtual?

37.4% of students at Capistrano Home/virtual 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

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.4%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Capistrano Unified
District Enrollment
40,836
Schools in District
59
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,860
District Rank
#40 of 57

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