Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Victoria Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Victoria Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Victoria Elementary School's student population of 301 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Success is happiness in your heart because you made the effort, 100%, to do your best!
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Victoria Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Victoria Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2475 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Victoria Elementary School's ranking?
Victoria Elementary School is ranked #2475 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Victoria Elementary School?
301 students attend Victoria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Victoria Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Victoria Elementary School?
Victoria Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Victoria Elementary School offer ?
Victoria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Victoria Elementary School part of?
Victoria Elementary School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Victoria Elementary School located?
Victoria Elementary School is located in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside Costa Mesa.
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