Very Good
#3561 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Foothill Ranch Elementary
Elementary School · Saddleback Valley Unified
1 Torino Dr., Foothill Ranch, CA 92691
Enrollment
1,065
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
1,065
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,561 of 9,539
In district
#14 of 33
Saddleback Valley Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Foothill Ranch Elementary
Elementary School in Foothill Ranch · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Foothill Ranch Elementary
Foothill Ranch Elementary is a public elementary school in Foothill Ranch, CA, part of Saddleback Valley Unified. Foothill Ranch Elementary serves approximately 1,065 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Foothill Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,561 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Foothill Ranch Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Foothill Ranch Elementary runs 27.3:1 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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Foothill Ranch Elementary — Students at Foothill Ranch Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.8%
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: 7.1/10.
How Foothill Ranch Elementary Compares
See how Foothill Ranch 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
1 Torino Dr., Foothill Ranch, CA 92691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foothill Ranch Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Portola Springs Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Irvine), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Portola Hills Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Trabuco Canyon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Foothill Ranch, see our Foothill Ranch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH Foothill Ranch | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Rahma Academy Lake Forest | 0.7 mi | — |
| HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lake Forest | 1.4 mi | — |
| Fulbright Montessori Academy Lake Forest | 1.5 mi | — |
| FULBRIGHT MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lake Forest | 1.5 mi | — |
| BELLA MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Lake Forest | 1.5 mi | — |
| Portola Hills Elementary Trabuco Canyon | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Trabuco Hills High Mission Viejo | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Del Lago Elementary Mission Viejo | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Lake Forest Elementary Lake Forest | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| HILLSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silverado | 2.3 mi | — |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LAKE FOREST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lake Forest | 2.7 mi | — |
| Loma Ridge Elementary Irvine | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Rancho Canada Elementary Lake Forest | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| La Madera Elementary Lake Forest | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Portola Springs Elementary Irvine | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| El Toro High Lake Forest | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI CENTER Mission Viejo | 3.6 mi | — |
| Solis Park Irvine | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
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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| Charles G. Emery Elementary Buena Park, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foothill Ranch Elementary
What grades does Foothill Ranch Elementary serve?
Foothill Ranch Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Foothill Ranch Elementary?
Foothill Ranch Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,065 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foothill Ranch Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Foothill Ranch Elementary is 27.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foothill Ranch Elementary rank in CA?
Foothill Ranch Elementary ranks #3,561 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Foothill Ranch Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Foothill Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Foothill Ranch Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foothill Ranch Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Foothill Ranch Elementary a charter school?
No, Foothill Ranch Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foothill Ranch Elementary a Title I school?
No, Foothill Ranch Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foothill Ranch Elementary?
29.8% of students at Foothill Ranch 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
- 1,065
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (949) 470-4885
Resources & Links
District
Saddleback Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 23,199
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,539
- District Rank
- #14 of 33
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