Below Average
#8000 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary
Elementary School · Saddleback Valley Unified
23882 Landisview Ave., Lake Forest, CA 92630
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher
29.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher
29.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,000 of 9,539
In Lake Forest
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#31 of 33
Saddleback Valley Unified
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Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary
Elementary School in Lake Forest · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary
Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary is a public elementary school in Lake Forest, CA, part of Saddleback Valley Unified. Ralph A.
Gates Dli Magnet Elementary serves approximately 908 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 29.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,000 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary runs 29.3:1 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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Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary — Students at Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary Compares
See how Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet 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
23882 Landisview Ave., Lake Forest, CA 92630
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Aliso Viejo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Del Cerro Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Mission Viejo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GUIDEPOST AT LAS FLORES (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Laguna Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Forest, see our Lake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Alisos Intermediate Mission Viejo | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| CROWN Virtual Christian Academy Lake Forest | 0.5 mi | — |
| La Tierra Early Childhood Center Mission Viejo | 0.5 mi | — |
| Heritage Christian School - JH/HS Lake Foredt | 0.6 mi | — |
| Abiding Savior Lutheran School Lake Forest | 0.6 mi | — |
| Olivewood Elementary Lake Forest | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| PATHWAY SCHOOL INC. Laguna Hills | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Pathway School, Inc. Laguna Hills | 0.7 mi | — |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley Aliso Viejo | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Foundation on the Rock Lake Forest | 0.9 mi | — |
| APPLETREE MONTESSORI Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | — |
| FUSION ALISA VIEJO Aliso Viejo | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Silverado High Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Montessori on the Lake Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ON THE LAKE Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT ALICIA Laguna Hills | 1.1 mi | — |
| GUIDEPOST AT LAS FLORES Laguna Hills | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary Lake Forest | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Del Cerro Elementary Mission Viejo | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Lomarena Elementary Laguna Hills | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92630 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,984
Median Home Value
$858,900
Median Rent
$2,614/mo
Population
66,461
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary
What grades does Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary serve?
Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary?
Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 908 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary is 29.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary rank in CA?
Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary ranks #8,000 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary a charter school?
No, Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet Elementary?
65.6% of students at Ralph A. Gates Dli Magnet 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 908
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (949) 837-2260
Resources & Links
District
Saddleback Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 23,199
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,539
- District Rank
- #31 of 33
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