Serving 781 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Canyon View Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon View 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
Canyon View Elementary School's student population of 781 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Canyon View Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon View Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#219 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
71%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Canyon View Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon View Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Canyon View Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santiago Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canyon View Elementary School?
781 students attend Canyon View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Canyon View Elementary School students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon View Elementary School?
Canyon View Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon View Elementary School offer ?
Canyon View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Canyon View Elementary School part of?
Canyon View Elementary School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon View Elementary School located?
Canyon View Elementary School is located in the Northwood Point neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Northwood Point.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday)
First Day of School (Traditional)
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Traditional)
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (Traditional)
March 31, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Traditional)
April 01, 2026 (Wednesday)
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