Very Good
#2249 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Palisades Elementary
Elementary School · Capistrano Unified
26462 Via Sacramento, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,249 of 9,539
In district
#38 of 57
Capistrano Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Palisades Elementary
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About Palisades Elementary
Palisades Elementary is a public elementary school in Capistrano Beach, CA, part of Capistrano Unified. Palisades Elementary serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Palisades Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,249 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Palisades Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Palisades 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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Palisades Elementary — Students at Palisades Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Palisades Elementary Compares
See how Palisades 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
26462 Via Sacramento, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palisades Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Truman Benedict Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby San Clemente), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Capistrano Home/Virtual (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Juan Capistrano), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Richard Henry Dana Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Dana Point), a more accessible option. For more schools in Capistrano Beach, see our Capistrano Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| California Connections Academy Southern California San Juan Capistrano | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| West River Academy Dana Point | 1.2 mi | — |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| California Preparatory Academy San Juan Capistrano | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| ST EDWARD PARISH SCHOOL Dana Point | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ST EDWARD THE CONFESSOR PARISH SCHOOL Dana Point | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| St. Edward the Confessor Parish School Dana Point | 1.5 mi | — |
| Del Obispo Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Marco Forster Middle San Juan Capistrano | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Kinoshita Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Dana Hills High Dana Point | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| FOUNDATIONS COGNITIVE SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Shorecliffs Middle San Clemente | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano Covina | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| THE JOHNSON ACADEMY San Juan Capistrano | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Richard Henry Dana Elementary Dana Point | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Truman Benedict Elementary San Clemente | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Bernice Ayer Middle San Clemente | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,377
Median Home Value
$1,142,400
Median Rent
$2,786/mo
Population
6,685
College Educated
49.7%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
46.9
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|---|---|
| A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove, CA | 7.6 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Birch Grove Intermediate Newark, CA | 7.6 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.6 |
| Cadwallader Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| California Creative Learning Academy Los Angeles, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palisades Elementary
What grades does Palisades Elementary serve?
Palisades Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Palisades Elementary?
Palisades Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palisades Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palisades 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 Palisades Elementary rank in CA?
Palisades Elementary ranks #2,249 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Palisades Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palisades Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Palisades Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palisades Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palisades Elementary a charter school?
No, Palisades Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palisades Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palisades Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palisades Elementary?
44.3% of students at Palisades 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
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (949) 496-5942
Resources & Links
District
Capistrano Unified- District Enrollment
- 40,836
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,860
- District Rank
- #38 of 57
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