Very Good
#1794 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
De Portola Elementary
Elementary School · Saddleback Valley Unified
27031 Preciados Dr., Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
28.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
28.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,794 of 9,539
In Mission Viejo
#6 of 21
public schools
In district
#1 of 33
Saddleback Valley Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About De Portola Elementary
De Portola Elementary is a public elementary school in Mission Viejo, CA, part of Saddleback Valley Unified. De Portola Elementary serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 28.4:1 student-teacher ratio. De Portola Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,794 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for De Portola Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
De Portola Elementary runs 28.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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De Portola Elementary — Students at De Portola Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 8.6/10.
How De Portola Elementary Compares
See how De Portola Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
27031 Preciados Dr., Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering De Portola Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Castille Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philip J. Reilly Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Aliso Viejo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mission Viejo, see our Mission Viejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fred Newhart Middle Mission Viejo | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Esperanza Education Center Mission Viejo | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Linda Vista Magnet Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| La Paz Intermediate Mission Viejo | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Sonrisa School Mission Viejo | 0.7 mi | — |
| Castille Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Mission Viejo High Mission Viejo | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Montevideo Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Robert H. Lange Preschool Mission Viejo | 0.8 mi | — |
| Wolf valley of the arts Mission Viejo | 1.1 mi | — |
| SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative) Mission Viejo | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Del Cerro Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Bathgate Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Valencia Elementary Laguna Hills | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Pillars Academy Mission Viejo | 1.6 mi | — |
| PILLARS ACADEMY Mission Viejo | 1.6 mi | — |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County Aliso Viejo | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Philip J. Reilly Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,779
Median Home Value
$916,800
Median Rent
$2,517/mo
Population
46,618
College Educated
46.5%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
44.6
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| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.9 |
| Agnes M. Baptist Elementary Modesto, CA | 7.9 |
| Alianza Charter Watsonville, CA | 7.9 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
| Banyan Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 7.9 |
| Bird Rock Elementary La Jolla, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about De Portola Elementary
What grades does De Portola Elementary serve?
De Portola Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend De Portola Elementary?
De Portola Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at De Portola Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at De Portola Elementary is 28.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does De Portola Elementary rank in CA?
De Portola Elementary ranks #1,794 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is De Portola Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
De Portola Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 De Portola Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, De Portola Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is De Portola Elementary a charter school?
No, De Portola Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is De Portola Elementary a Title I school?
No, De Portola Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for De Portola Elementary?
24.7% of students at De Portola 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (949) 586-5830
Resources & Links
District
Saddleback Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 23,199
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,539
- District Rank
- #1 of 33
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