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Palisades Elementary

Capistrano Unified · Orange County · 26462 Via Sacramento, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624-1399

(949) 496-5942 · palisades.capousd.org/

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9/10
#1047
Rank 1047 out of 5,722
Top 18%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1156 · 80th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #1070 · 81st percentile
Science9/10 · #920 · 84th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the laid-back coastal community of Capistrano Beach, Palisades Elementary offers a solid, well-rounded academic experience with strong scores across English, math, and science — the kind of school where kids can thrive without the high-pressure atmosphere you'd find further up the coast. It draws families who want a genuine neighborhood feel with above-average academics, all within walking distance of beaches and the charming historic district of nearby San Juan Capistrano. If you're looking to settle into a quieter corner of Orange County where the surf culture meets a close-knit school community, Palisades is worth a serious look.

Student Demographics

129 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
76 (59%)
Hispanic
34 (26%)
Multiple Races
5 (4%)
Asian
3 (2%)
Other
11 (9%)

Key Indicators

English Learners5 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged68 (53%)
Students with Disabilities26 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

332
Enrollment
17.6
Teachers (FTE)
18.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
15.9
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2832 · 53rd percentile

105 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found