Very Good
#2869 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Journey
Elementary School · Journey District
27102 Foxborough, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
591
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,869 of 9,539
In Aliso Viejo
#9 of 10
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Journey
Elementary School in Aliso Viejo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Journey
Journey is a public elementary school in Aliso Viejo, CA, part of Journey District. Journey serves approximately 591 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Journey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,869 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Journey show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Journey runs 24.6:1 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.
Journey is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
30% of students at Journey 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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Journey — Students at Journey score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Journey Compares
See how Journey performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
27102 Foxborough, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Journey may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canyon Vista Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laguna Niguel Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Laguna Niguel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Grove Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aliso Viejo, see our Aliso Viejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aliso Niguel High Aliso Viejo | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Aliso Viejo Middle Aliso Viejo | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| THE DISCOVERY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| VANDAMME ACADEMY Aliso Viejo | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| VanDamme Academy Aliso Viejo | 0.7 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy - Aliso Viejo Aliso Viejo | 0.9 mi | — |
| ACADEMY ON THE HILL Aliso Viejo | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Academy on the Hills Aliso Viejo | 0.9 mi | — |
| Wood Canyon Elementary Aliso Viejo | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Aliso Viejo | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Aliso Viejo | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Don Juan Avila Elementary Aliso Viejo | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Don Juan Avila Middle Aliso Viejo | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Community Christian Homeschool Aliso Viejo | 1.3 mi | — |
| Laguna Niguel Elementary Laguna Niguel | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Canyon Vista Elementary Aliso Viejo | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Mission Lutheran School Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | — |
| LAGUNA NIGUEL MONTESSORI CENTER Laguna Niguel | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| MISSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Laguna Niguel | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92656 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,538
Median Home Value
$849,900
Median Rent
$2,764/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
38.9
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|---|---|
| BRIDGES Charter Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.3 |
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia, CA | 7.3 |
| Ben Hulse Elementary Imperial, CA | 7.3 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Burbank, CA | 7.3 |
| Brookside Elementary Oak Park, CA | 7.3 |
| CARDEN HALL Newport Beach, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Journey
What grades does Journey serve?
Journey serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Journey?
Journey has an enrollment of approximately 591 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Journey?
The student-teacher ratio at Journey is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Journey rank in CA?
Journey ranks #2,869 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Journey's MySchoolScout rating?
Journey 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 Journey?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Journey has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Journey a charter school?
Yes, Journey is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Journey a Title I school?
No, Journey is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Journey?
21.7% of students at Journey 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 591
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (949) 448-7232
Resources & Links
District
Journey District- District Enrollment
- 591
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,297
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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