School Overview
George White Elementary School is a highly-regarded public school located in the quiet, residential community of Laguna Niguel, California. Part of the Capistrano Unified School District, the school serves students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. It is well-known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, fostering a collaborative environment between dedicated educators, active parents, and engaged students. The campus is conveniently situated adjacent to Chapparosa Park, which often serves as a natural extension for outdoor learning and extracurricular activities.

Beyond its core curriculum, George White Elementary is recognized for its commitment to developing the "whole child," offering a variety of programs that focus on character development, technology integration, and social-emotional learning. The school benefits from a robust parent-teacher organization (PTO) that facilitates community-building events and supports enrichment programs, contributing to the school’s tight-knit and supportive culture. With its focus on high standards and a nurturing atmosphere, George White consistently ranks as a top-performing school within the region.
396
Total Students
16.0
Full-Time Teachers
24.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for George White Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White219
Hispanic103
Black5
Asian13
Two or More56
  • White
    219 (55.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    103 (26.0 %)
  • Two or More
    56 (14.1 %)
  • Asian
    13 (3.3 %)
  • Black
    5 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Capistrano Unified
Phone: (949)249-3875
Website: http://georgewhite.capousd.org/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 396
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 24.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 113
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 24
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 73
Grade 1 63
Grade 2 64
Grade 3 65
Grade 4 57
Grade 5 74

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for George White Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten73
Grade 163
Grade 264
Grade 365
Grade 457
Grade 574
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for George White Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18246%
Male21454%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)