De Portola Elementary

27031 Preciados Dr.
Mission Viejo, CA 92691

595 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

De Portola Elementary School, located in the suburban community of Mission Viejo, California, is part of the Saddleback Valley Unified School District. The school is situated in a quiet residential neighborhood and serves as a foundational educational institution for local families, emphasizing a supportive environment focused on student achievement and character development. It is widely regarded as a community-centered campus that fosters strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and the surrounding neighborhood.

Academically, De Portola is known for maintaining high standards and providing a well-rounded curriculum that includes core subjects, technology integration, and enrichment opportunities. The school prioritizes creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow socially and emotionally alongside their academic pursuits. With its location in a highly rated school district, De Portola benefits from strong local resources and a dedicated faculty committed to preparing elementary-aged students for success in middle school and beyond.

595

Total Students

21.1

Full-Time Teachers

28.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

16.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for De Portola Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	332
Hispanic	97
Black	2
Asian	68
Two or More	93
American Indian	2

White
332 (55.9 %)
Hispanic
97 (16.3 %)
Two or More
93 (15.7 %)
Asian
68 (11.4 %)
Black
2 (0.3 %)
American Indian
2 (0.3 %)

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:	Saddleback Valley Unified
Phone:	(949)586-5830
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	595
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	28.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch:	74
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	23

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 84

Grade 1 97

Grade 2 85

Grade 3 81

Grade 4 89

Grade 5 77

Grade 6 82