VIEJO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Viejo Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Capistrano Unified school district, located in Mission Viejo, CA with about 474 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Viejo Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Viejo Elementary School, located in the master-planned community of Mission Viejo, California, is a highly regarded public school within the Saddleback Valley Unified School District. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-known for its commitment to academic excellence, social-emotional development, and building a tight-knit community. The campus environment emphasizes a balanced curriculum that integrates core subjects with opportunities for personal growth, often supported by active parent involvement and a strong PTA that enhances the school’s extracurricular programming.

The school is frequently recognized for its dedicated faculty and its focus on fostering a supportive, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. Located in a safe, suburban neighborhood, Viejo Elementary benefits from the resources and academic standards typical of the Saddleback Valley district, including a strong emphasis on technology integration and collaborative learning. By prioritizing both rigorous educational goals and character education, the school maintains a reputation as a cornerstone of the local community, providing a solid foundation for students as they transition to middle school.

For more information, contact Viejo Elementary at (949) 582-2424 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.