Chaparral Elementary

29001 Sienna Pkwy.
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

chaparral.capousd.org/

604 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Chaparral Elementary, located in the master-planned community of Ladera Ranch, California, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades TK–5. As part of the Capistrano Unified School District, the school is known for its strong academic focus, dedicated teaching staff, and a vibrant, collaborative community atmosphere. It consistently maintains high performance standards, emphasizing both core curriculum mastery and the development of well-rounded students through various enrichment programs.

The school is deeply integrated into the Ladera Ranch neighborhood, benefiting from an active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) and a supportive community that prioritizes parental involvement. Beyond academics, Chaparral Elementary places a significant emphasis on character education and social-emotional learning, aiming to foster a welcoming environment where students feel safe and encouraged to excel. With modern facilities and a commitment to integrating technology into the classroom, the school provides a comprehensive educational foundation designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

604

Total Students

26.0

Full-Time Teachers

23.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

18.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Chaparral Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	350
Hispanic	82
Black	3
Asian	52
Two or More	114
Pacific Islander	3

White
350 (57.9%)
Two or More
114 (18.9%)
Hispanic
82 (13.6%)
Asian
52 (8.6%)
Black
3 (0.5%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.5%)

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)234-5349
Website:	http://chaparral.capousd.org/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	604
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	23.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	71
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	38

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 120

Grade 1 94

Grade 2 81

Grade 3 98

Grade 4 103

Grade 5 108