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Santiago Hills Elementary

Irvine Unified · Orange County · 29 Christamon West, Irvine, CA 92620-1836

(949) 936-6000 · santiagohills.iusd.org

10/10
#13
Rank 13 out of 5,722
Top 1%
English Language Arts10/10 · #25 · 100th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #15 · 100th percentile
Science10/10 · #15 · 100th percentile

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School Overview

Santiago Hills Elementary sits at the very top of California's elementary school rankings, which is saying something in Irvine — a city already known for having some of the most academically rigorous public schools in the state. Nestled in the rolling hills of East Irvine, the school draws families who prioritize strong academics and appreciate a well-resourced, tight-knit community where kids are genuinely challenged across every subject. If you're moving to Orange County and education is your top priority, the Santiago Hills neighborhood offers a safe, suburban lifestyle with highly walkable streets and easy access to nature trails — and a school that consistently delivers at the highest level.

Student Demographics

349 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Asian
243 (70%)
White
48 (14%)
Multiple Races
34 (10%)
Hispanic
17 (5%)
Other
7 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners92 (26%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged52 (15%)
Students with Disabilities30 (9%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

548
Enrollment
19
Teachers (FTE)
28.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
27.4
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 Programs9/10 · #617 · 90th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found