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Tijeras Creek Elementary

Capistrano Unified · Orange County · 23072 Avenida Empresa, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688-8533

(949) 234-5300 · tijerascreek.capousd.org/

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9/10
#669
Rank 669 out of 5,722
Top 12%
English Language Arts9/10 · #624 · 89th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #592 · 90th percentile
Science9/10 · #1016 · 82nd percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the rolling hills of Rancho Santa Margarita, Tijeras Creek Elementary is a strong performer in one of Orange County's most family-focused communities, where well-maintained trails, parks, and a genuine small-town feel make it easy to put down roots. Academic scores here are consistently high across English, math, and science, making it a great fit for families who want a solid public school without sacrificing that close-knit neighborhood vibe. RSM, as locals call it, has a reputation for being a place where people actually know their neighbors, and Tijeras Creek feels like a natural extension of that community spirit.

Student Demographics

175 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
94 (54%)
Hispanic
34 (19%)
Multiple Races
16 (9%)
Asian
15 (9%)
Filipino
5 (3%)
Other
11 (6%)

Key Indicators

English Learners16 (9%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged42 (24%)
Students with Disabilities30 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

315
Enrollment
14.3
Teachers (FTE)
22.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
21.5
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 Programs7/10 · #2336 · 61st percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found