Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-6, University Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
University Park Elementary School's student population of 509 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Park Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1506 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 University Park Elementary School's ranking?
University Park Elementary School is ranked #1506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are University Park Elementary School often compared to?
University Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend University Park Elementary School?
509 students attend University Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of University Park Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Park Elementary School?
University Park Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Park Elementary School offer ?
University Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is University Park Elementary School part of?
University Park Elementary School is part of Irvine Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is University Park Elementary School located?
University Park Elementary School is located in the University Park neighborhood of Irvine, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in University Park.
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