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San Joaquin Elementary School

22182 Barbera
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 229 students in grades Kindergarten-6, San Joaquin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Top 50% in CA
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

San Joaquin Elementary School's student population of 229 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

San Joaquin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Joaquin Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
34%
40-44%
47%
21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.48
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is San Joaquin Elementary School's ranking?
San Joaquin Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Joaquin Elementary School?
229 students attend San Joaquin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of San Joaquin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Joaquin Elementary School?
San Joaquin Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Joaquin Elementary School offer ?
San Joaquin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is San Joaquin Elementary School part of?
San Joaquin Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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