School Overview
Clarence Lobo Elementary School, located in the coastal community of San Clemente, California, is a highly regarded public school serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Capistrano Unified School District, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, character development, and creating a supportive, community-oriented learning environment. Its location near the Pacific Ocean often influences the school’s atmosphere, fostering a close-knit feel that prioritizes student well-being and engagement.

The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and staff who focus on personalized instruction to help students build a solid foundation in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. Beyond academics, Clarence Lobo offers various enrichment opportunities and extracurricular activities that promote social-emotional growth, creativity, and physical fitness. With active parent involvement through its PTA and a commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive campus, the school continues to be a central pillar of the San Clemente community, preparing its students for success as they transition to middle school.
357
Total Students
17.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Clarence Lobo Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White148
Hispanic140
Black1
Asian5
Two or More62
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    148 (41.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    140 (39.2 %)
  • Two or More
    62 (17.4 %)
  • Asian
    5 (1.4 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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: Capistrano Unified
Phone: (949)366-6740
Website: http://lobo.capousd.org/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 357
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 153
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 86
Grade 1 49
Grade 2 47
Grade 3 56
Grade 4 59
Grade 5 60

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Clarence Lobo Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten86
Grade 149
Grade 247
Grade 356
Grade 459
Grade 560
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Clarence Lobo Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15944.5%
Male19855.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)