Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-6, De Portola Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
De Portola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
De Portola Elementary School's student population of 567 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, inclusion, and innovation in teaching and learning.
School Rankings
De Portola Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of De Portola Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#848 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Portola Elementary School's ranking?
De Portola Elementary School is ranked #848 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend De Portola Elementary School?
567 students attend De Portola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of De Portola Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of De Portola Elementary School?
De Portola Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does De Portola Elementary School offer ?
De Portola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is De Portola Elementary School part of?
De Portola Elementary School is part of Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
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