Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Del Obispo Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Obispo Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Del Obispo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Obispo Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3357 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Del Obispo Elementary School's ranking?
Del Obispo Elementary School is ranked #3357 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Del Obispo Elementary School often compared to?
Del Obispo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moulton Elementary School, Community Roots Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Del Obispo Elementary School?
315 students attend Del Obispo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Del Obispo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Obispo Elementary School?
Del Obispo Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Del Obispo Elementary School offer ?
Del Obispo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Del Obispo Elementary School part of?
Del Obispo Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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