Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Moulton 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 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moulton 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
Moulton Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moulton Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moulton Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#691 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
63%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moulton Elementary School's ranking?
Moulton Elementary School is ranked #691 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Moulton Elementary School often compared to?
Moulton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Community Roots Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Moulton Elementary School?
530 students attend Moulton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Moulton Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moulton Elementary School?
Moulton Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Moulton Elementary School offer ?
Moulton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Moulton Elementary School part of?
Moulton Elementary School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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