Very Good
#2626 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Plum Canyon Elementary
Elementary School · Saugus Union
28360 North Alfred Way, Saugus, CA 91350
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
849
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,626 of 9,539
In Saugus
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 15
Saugus Union
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Plum Canyon Elementary
Elementary School in Saugus · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Plum Canyon Elementary
Plum Canyon Elementary is a public elementary school in Saugus, CA, part of Saugus Union. Plum Canyon Elementary serves approximately 849 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Plum Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,626 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Plum Canyon Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Plum Canyon Elementary runs 27.4:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Plum Canyon Elementary — Students at Plum Canyon Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.9%
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: 8.4/10.
How Plum Canyon Elementary Compares
See how Plum Canyon 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
28360 North Alfred Way, Saugus, CA 91350
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plum Canyon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leona H. Cox Community Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Canyon Country), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cedarcreek Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Canyon Country), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rosedell Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saugus, see our Saugus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Skyblue Mesa Elementary Canyon Country | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Canyon High Canyon Country | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Rosedell Elementary Saugus | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Cedarcreek Elementary Canyon Country | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Canyon Country | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ALPHA-KIDZ INTERNATIONAL Canyon Country | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Sierra Vista Junior High Canyon Country | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Leona H. Cox Community Elementary Canyon Country | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Canyon Springs Community Elementary Canyon Country | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Saugus High Saugus | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Highlands Elementary Saugus | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SANTA CLARITA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Clarita | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| La Mesa Junior High Santa Clarita | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| CAlkids Learning Academy Santa Clarita | 2.9 mi | — |
| CA KIDS LEARNING ACADEMY Santa Clarita | 2.9 mi | — |
| James Foster Elementary Saugus | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Mountainview Elementary Saugus | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Bowman (Jereann) High (Continuation) Santa Clarita | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Golden Valley High Santa Clarita | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI ON COPPER HILL Santa Clarita | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,612
Median Home Value
$733,000
Median Rent
$2,485/mo
Population
43,621
College Educated
40.7%
Homeownership
82.4%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
38
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| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Riverside, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Butterfield Ranch Elementary Chino, CA | 7.5 |
| California Montessori Project - Elk Grove Campus Carmichael, CA | 7.5 |
| Central Language Academy Ontario, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plum Canyon Elementary
What grades does Plum Canyon Elementary serve?
Plum Canyon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Plum Canyon Elementary?
Plum Canyon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 849 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plum Canyon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Plum Canyon Elementary is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plum Canyon Elementary rank in CA?
Plum Canyon Elementary ranks #2,626 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Plum Canyon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Plum Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Plum Canyon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plum Canyon Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Plum Canyon Elementary a charter school?
No, Plum Canyon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plum Canyon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Plum Canyon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plum Canyon Elementary?
28.9% of students at Plum Canyon 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 849
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (661) 294-5365
Resources & Links
District
Saugus Union- District Enrollment
- 9,192
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,046
- District Rank
- #5 of 15
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