Needs Improvement
#9365 of 9,539 schools in CA
Machado Elementary
Elementary School · Lake Elsinore Unified
15150 Joy St., Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,365 of 9,539
In Lake Elsinore
#19 of 19
public schools
In district
#24 of 24
Lake Elsinore Unified
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Machado Elementary
Elementary School in Lake Elsinore · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Machado Elementary
Machado Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Elsinore, CA, part of Lake Elsinore Unified. Machado Elementary serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Machado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #9,365 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Machado Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Machado Elementary runs 23:1 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.
46% of students at Machado 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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Machado Elementary — Students at Machado Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.3/10.
How Machado Elementary Compares
See how Machado 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
15150 Joy St., Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Machado Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rice Canyon Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tuscany Hills Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Luiseno (rated 4.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Corona), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Elsinore, see our Lake Elsinore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Earthlight Academy of Science and Discovery Lake Elsinore | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lakeside High Lake Elsinore | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Withrow Elementary Lake Elsinore | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Terra Cotta Middle Lake Elsinore | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Alberhill Elementary Lake Elsinore | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Rice Canyon Elementary Lake Elsinore | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Expectations Academy Lake Elsinore | 2.3 mi | — |
| Temescal Canyon High Lake Elsinore | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Elsinore Middle Lake Elsinore | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Ortega High Lake Elsinore | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Keith McCarthy Academy Lake Elsinore | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Elsinore Elementary Lake Elsinore | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Earl Warren Elementary Lake Elsinore | 3.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Luiseno Corona | 4.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Railroad Canyon Elementary Lake Elsinore | 4.1 mi | 4.0 |
| LEFEBVRE FAMILY HOME SCHOOL Lake Elsinore | 4.9 mi | — |
| Lefebvre Family Home School Lake Elsinore | 4.9 mi | — |
| Lakeland Village Lake Elsinore | 4.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Doulos Christian Academy Lake Elsinore | 4.9 mi | — |
| Tuscany Hills Elementary Lake Elsinore | 5.0 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,799
Median Home Value
$467,400
Median Rent
$1,705/mo
Population
60,877
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
42.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
33
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aspire Junior Collegiate Academy Oakland, CA | 2.8 |
| Bancroft Elementary La Mesa, CA | 2.8 |
| Beulah Payne P-8 STEAM Academy Inglewood, CA | 2.8 |
| Blosser Lane Elementary Willits, CA | 2.8 |
| Coarsegold Elementary Coarsegold, CA | 2.8 |
| Dyer-Kelly Elementary Sacramento, CA | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Machado Elementary
What grades does Machado Elementary serve?
Machado Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Machado Elementary?
Machado Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Machado Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Machado Elementary is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Machado Elementary rank in CA?
Machado Elementary ranks #9,365 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Machado Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Machado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Machado Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Machado Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Machado Elementary a charter school?
No, Machado Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Machado Elementary a Title I school?
No, Machado Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Machado Elementary?
89.1% of students at Machado 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.7%
- Phone
- (951) 253-7500
Resources & Links
District
Lake Elsinore Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,769
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,089
- District Rank
- #24 of 24
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