Very Good
#2887 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Hidden Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Capistrano Unified
25142 Hidden Hills Rd., Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,887 of 9,539
In Laguna Niguel
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#43 of 57
Capistrano Unified
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Hidden Hills Elementary
Elementary School in Laguna Niguel · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hidden Hills Elementary
Hidden Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Laguna Niguel, CA, part of Capistrano Unified. Hidden Hills Elementary serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hidden Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,887 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hidden Hills Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Hidden Hills Elementary — Students at Hidden Hills Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
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: 7.5/10.
How Hidden Hills Elementary Compares
See how Hidden Hills 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
25142 Hidden Hills Rd., Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hidden Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marian Bergeson Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCDOWELL SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Laguna Niguel, see our Laguna Niguel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Community Roots Academy Laguna Niguel | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts Laguna Niguel | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| George White Elementary Laguna Niguel | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MCDOWELL SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Stratford School Laguna Niguel Laguna Niguel | 0.9 mi | — |
| Niguel Hills Middle Laguna Niguel | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Fairmont Schools Inc. - San Juan Capistrano Campus San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| STONEYBROOKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| JSerra Catholic High School San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | — |
| Stoneybrooke Christian School San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | — |
| JSERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Capistrano Valley High Mission Viejo | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI OF LAGUNA NIGUEL Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | — |
| KIE Montessori Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | — |
| MISSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Marian Bergeson Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Mission Lutheran School Laguna Niguel | 1.8 mi | — |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL JR ACADEMY Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92677 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,605
Median Home Value
$1,123,000
Median Rent
$2,819/mo
Population
64,023
College Educated
59.3%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
47.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hidden Hills Elementary
What grades does Hidden Hills Elementary serve?
Hidden Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hidden Hills Elementary?
Hidden Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hidden Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hidden Hills Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hidden Hills Elementary rank in CA?
Hidden Hills Elementary ranks #2,887 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hidden Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hidden Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Hidden Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hidden Hills Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hidden Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Hidden Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hidden Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hidden Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hidden Hills Elementary?
65.9% of students at Hidden Hills 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
- 317
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (949) 495-0050
Resources & Links
District
Capistrano Unified- District Enrollment
- 40,836
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,860
- District Rank
- #43 of 57
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