Below Average
#8547 of 9,539 schools in CA
San Juan Elementary
Elementary School · Capistrano Unified
31642 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,547 of 9,539
In San Juan Capistrano
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#57 of 57
Capistrano Unified
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San Juan Elementary
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About San Juan Elementary
San Juan Elementary is a public elementary school in San Juan Capistrano, CA, part of Capistrano Unified. San Juan Elementary serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. San Juan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,547 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Juan Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
San Juan Elementary runs 24.9:1 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.
31% of students at San Juan 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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San Juan Elementary — Students at San Juan Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.4/10.
How San Juan Elementary Compares
See how San Juan 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
31642 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Juan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Capistrano Home/Virtual (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harold Ambuehl Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Juan Capistrano, see our San Juan Capistrano schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bridges Community Day San Juan Capistrano | 0.1 mi | — |
| MISSION BASILICA SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Mission Basilica School San Juan Capistrano | 0.1 mi | — |
| OCASA College Prep San Juan Capistrano | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Capistrano Union High San Juan Capistrano | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| MARBELLA MONTESSORI San Juan Capistrano | 0.3 mi | — |
| Opportunities for Learning - Capistrano Covina | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| THE JOHNSON ACADEMY San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| FOUNDATIONS COGNITIVE SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Margaret's Episcopal School San Juan Capistrano | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST MARGARET S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Juan Capistrano | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Harold Ambuehl Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| FAIRMONT PRIVATE SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Fairmont Schools Inc. - San Juan Capistrano Campus San Juan Capistrano | 1.1 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| JSERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Juan Capistrano | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| JSerra Catholic High School San Juan Capistrano | 1.3 mi | — |
| Kinoshita Elementary San Juan Capistrano | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Capistrano Home/Virtual San Juan Capistrano | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92675 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,893
Median Home Value
$929,700
Median Rent
$2,500/mo
Population
34,998
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
44.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Juan Elementary
What grades does San Juan Elementary serve?
San Juan Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend San Juan Elementary?
San Juan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 673 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Juan Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Juan Elementary is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Juan Elementary rank in CA?
San Juan Elementary ranks #8,547 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Juan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Juan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 San Juan Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Juan Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Juan Elementary a charter school?
No, San Juan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Juan Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Juan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Juan Elementary?
73.0% of students at San Juan 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
- 673
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (949) 493-4533
Resources & Links
District
Capistrano Unified- District Enrollment
- 40,836
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,860
- District Rank
- #57 of 57
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