School Overview
Chaparral Elementary School, located in the suburban community of Poway, California, is a highly regarded institution within the Poway Unified School District. Serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-known for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach to learning. The school cultivates a welcoming, collaborative environment that emphasizes both the intellectual growth and the emotional well-being of its students, often focusing on building strong partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding community.

In addition to its focus on core academic subjects, Chaparral Elementary provides a well-rounded educational experience that incorporates technology, the arts, and character development. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive campus culture where students are encouraged to reach their full potential through active engagement and critical thinking. By fostering a sense of community and providing resources for diverse learning needs, Chaparral remains a staple of the Poway area, consistently aiming to prepare its students for future success in middle school and beyond.
833
Total Students
36.1
Full-Time Teachers
23.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
10.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Chaparral Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White403
Hispanic125
Black9
Asian170
Two or More124
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    403 (48.4 %)
  • Asian
    170 (20.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    125 (15.0 %)
  • Two or More
    124 (14.9 %)
  • Black
    9 (1.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
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: Poway Unified
Phone: (858)485-0042
Website: http://www.powayusd.com/pusdches
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 833
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 79
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 9
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 163
Grade 1 130
Grade 2 140
Grade 3 138
Grade 4 133
Grade 5 129

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Chaparral Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten163
Grade 1130
Grade 2140
Grade 3138
Grade 4133
Grade 5129
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Chaparral Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40648.7%
Male42751.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)