Serving 955 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Portola Springs 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 72% (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 81% 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: 955 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portola Springs 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
Portola Springs Elementary School's student population of 955 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
955 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Portola Springs 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 Portola Springs Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#736 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Portola Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Portola Springs Elementary School is ranked #736 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Portola Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Portola Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beacon Park, Stonegate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Portola Springs Elementary School?
955 students attend Portola Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Portola Springs Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 Portola Springs Elementary School?
Portola Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Portola Springs Elementary School offer ?
Portola Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Portola Springs Elementary School part of?
Portola Springs Elementary School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Portola Springs Elementary School located?
Portola Springs Elementary School is located in the Portola Springs neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Portola Springs.
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