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Wood Canyon Elementary

Capistrano Unified · Orange County · 23431 Knollwood, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656-4240

(949) 448-0012 · woodcanyon.capousd.org/

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8/10
#1653
Rank 1653 out of 5,722
Top 29%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1552 · 73rd percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #1740 · 70th percentile
Science7/10 · #1781 · 68th percentile

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School Overview

Wood Canyon Elementary sits in the heart of Aliso Viejo, one of Orange County's more family-friendly master-planned communities where cul-de-sacs, hiking trails, and a strong sense of neighborhood make it a popular landing spot for families putting down roots. The school performs solidly above average across the board, making it a reliable choice within the well-regarded Capistrano Unified district. Families who value a tight-knit suburban community with easy access to both the coast and the foothills — and want a school that reflects that stability — tend to feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

210 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
89 (42%)
White
75 (36%)
Asian
12 (6%)
Multiple Races
9 (4%)
Filipino
7 (3%)
Other
18 (9%)

Key Indicators

English Learners48 (23%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged120 (57%)
Students with Disabilities57 (27%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

425
Enrollment
22.3
Teachers (FTE)
19.1:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
16.2
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 Programs8/10 · #1427 · 76th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found