Needs Improvement
#9460 of 9,539 schools in CA
Helen Estock Elementary
Elementary School · Tustin Unified
300 South C St., Tustin, CA 92780
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
27.1:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,460 of 9,539
In Tustin
#26 of 26
public schools
In district
#28 of 28
Tustin Unified
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About Helen Estock Elementary
Helen Estock Elementary is a public elementary school in Tustin, CA, part of Tustin Unified. Helen Estock Elementary serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Helen Estock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,460 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Helen Estock Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Helen Estock Elementary runs 27.1:1 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.
38% of students at Helen Estock Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Helen Estock Elementary — Students at Helen Estock Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.
How Helen Estock Elementary Compares
See how Helen Estock Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 South C St., Tustin, CA 92780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helen Estock Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JEANNE DE LESTONNAC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Muir Fundamental Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRACE HARBOR SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tustin, see our Tustin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Tustin Middle Tustin | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Newport Avenue Preschool and Kindergarten Tustin | 0.8 mi | — |
| Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School Tustin | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST JEANNE DE LESTONNAC SCHOOL Tustin | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| EDGEWOOD PREPRIMARY ACADEMY Tustin | 0.8 mi | — |
| Tustin Connect Tustin | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Loma Vista Elementary Tustin | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Tustin High Tustin | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GRACE HARBOR SCHOOL Tustin | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Bloomington Pre-University Education Orange | 1.1 mi | — |
| Guin Foss Elementary Tustin | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF TUSTIN Tustin | 1.2 mi | — |
| Robert Heideman Elementary Tustin | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary Tustin | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LEARNING CORNER North Tustin | 1.2 mi | — |
| RED HILL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Tustin | 1.3 mi | — |
| John Muir Fundamental Elementary Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| FOOTHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
| Fairmont Private Schools Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,647
Median Home Value
$832,200
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
54,495
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
45.8%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.4
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|---|---|
| Alpha: Jose Hernandez San Jose, CA | 2.5 |
| Annie Pennycook Elementary Vallejo, CA | 2.5 |
| Cottage Elementary Sacramento, CA | 2.5 |
| Jacob Wiens Elementary Hemet, CA | 2.5 |
| Johnston Cooper Elementary Vallejo, CA | 2.5 |
| KIPP Compton Community Compton, CA | 2.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helen Estock Elementary
What grades does Helen Estock Elementary serve?
Helen Estock Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Helen Estock Elementary?
Helen Estock Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen Estock Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Helen Estock Elementary is 27.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Helen Estock Elementary rank in CA?
Helen Estock Elementary ranks #9,460 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Helen Estock Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Helen Estock Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Helen Estock Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Helen Estock Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Helen Estock Elementary a charter school?
No, Helen Estock Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Helen Estock Elementary a Title I school?
No, Helen Estock Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Helen Estock Elementary?
91.0% of students at Helen Estock 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (714) 730-7390
Resources & Links
District
Tustin Unified- District Enrollment
- 21,600
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,477
- District Rank
- #28 of 28
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