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La Tierra Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Saddleback Valley Unified
24150 Lindley St., Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Enrollment
1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
1
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Very strong
About La Tierra Early Childhood Center
La Tierra Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Mission Viejo, CA, part of the Saddleback Valley Unified. The school serves approximately 1 students in grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $135,779, where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 1 students, La Tierra Early Childhood Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 1 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 24150 Lindley St., Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- Website
- svusd.org
- Phone
- (949) 707-5276
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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Location
24150 Lindley St., Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Tierra Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Del Cerro Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away). Another option is GUIDEPOST AT LAS FLORES (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Laguna Hills). Additionally, Olivewood Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Forest). For more schools in Mission Viejo, see our Mission Viejo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Alisos Intermediate Mission Viejo | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| FUSION ALISA VIEJO Aliso Viejo | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Ralph A. Gates DLI Magnet Elementary Lake Forest | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT ALICIA Laguna Hills | 0.7 mi | — |
| GUIDEPOST AT LAS FLORES Laguna Hills | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Del Cerro Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| APPLETREE MONTESSORI Mission Viejo | 0.8 mi | — |
| Silverado High Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Heritage Christian School - JH/HS Lake Foredt | 0.9 mi | — |
| Abiding Savior Lutheran School Lake Forest | 1.0 mi | — |
| SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative) Mission Viejo | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Lomarena Elementary Laguna Hills | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Wolf valley of the arts Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | — |
| CROWN Virtual Christian Academy Lake Forest | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pillars Academy Mission Viejo | 1.1 mi | — |
| PILLARS ACADEMY Mission Viejo | 1.1 mi | — |
| Olivewood Elementary Lake Forest | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Fusion Academy Mission Viejo Mission Viejo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Robert H. Lange Preschool Mission Viejo | 1.1 mi | — |
| PATHWAY SCHOOL INC. Laguna Hills | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding La Tierra Early Childhood Center has a median household income of $135,779. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $916,800, with a median rent of $2,517/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Tierra Early Childhood Center
What grades does La Tierra Early Childhood Center serve?
La Tierra Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend La Tierra Early Childhood Center?
La Tierra Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 1 students.
Is La Tierra Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, La Tierra Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is La Tierra Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, La Tierra Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,290/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mission Viejo). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 707-5276
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Saddleback Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 23,199
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,539
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