Serving 1,065 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Beacon Park ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,065 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon Park ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beacon Park's student population of 1,065 students has grown by 110% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,065 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Beacon Park is a collaborative, compassionate, innovative, and visionary community where we encourage intellectual risk-taking in a safe, nurturing environment.
School Rankings
Beacon Park ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon Park is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
66%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Irvine Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Park's ranking?
Beacon Park is ranked #438 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Beacon Park often compared to?
Beacon Parkis often viewed alongside schools like Portola Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Beacon Park?
1,065 students attend Beacon Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Beacon Park students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Park?
Beacon Park has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Beacon Park offer ?
Beacon Park offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Beacon Park part of?
Beacon Park is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Beacon Park located?
Beacon Park is located in the Great Park neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Great Park.
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