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16 schools in San Juan Capistrano

California · Public K-12

San Juan Capistrano, California reports 16 public K-12 schools to NCES, totaling roughly 10,130 students (6 elementary, 1 middle, and 7 high).

7-year change in San Juan Capistrano

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
10,130
+49 (+0%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
15
+4 (+36%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
37%
was 39%
% Hispanic
43%
was 46%
% Black
5%
was 3%
% Asian
5%
was 4%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Bridges Community DayHigh06-1212
California Online Public Schools Central CoastCombinedKG-12105
California Online Public Schools Southern CaliforniaCombinedKG-123,933
California Preparatory AcademyHigh09-12198
California Republic Leadership Academy CapistranoElementaryKG-08260
Capistrano Home/VirtualElementaryKG-0882
Capistrano Union HighHigh09-12103
College and Career AdvantageHigh08-120
Del Obispo ElementaryElementaryKG-05310
Harold Ambuehl ElementaryElementaryKG-05324
Kinoshita ElementaryElementaryKG-05302
Marco Forster MiddleMiddle06-08930
OCASA College PrepHigh06-1283
Opportunities for Learning - CapistranoHigh07-12185
San Juan ElementaryElementaryKG-05662
San Juan Hills HighHigh09-122,641

About San Juan Capistrano

Across San Juan Capistrano, California, 16 public schools serves about 10,130 students between them.

In terms of grade levels, the city is made up of 6 elementary, 1 middle, 7 high, and 2 other.

Schools in San Juan Capistrano average about 633 students each, 10% above the California norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 10,130 students, remained close to its prior level from the 10,081 reported in SY 2017-18. Over that span, San Juan Capistrano added 4 schools, going from 11 to 15.

On allk12, the community for San Juan Capistrano discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in San Juan Capistrano, California?
There are 16 public K-12 schools in San Juan Capistrano, with a combined enrollment of about 10,130.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in San Juan Capistrano?
San Juan Capistrano has 6 elementary, 1 middle, 7 high, 2 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in San Juan Capistrano?
California Online Public Schools Southern California is the largest public school in San Juan Capistrano by enrollment, with approximately 3,933 students.
What school districts serve San Juan Capistrano?
San Juan Capistrano is served by 7 public school districts, including California Online Public Schools Central Coast District, California Online Public Schools Southern California DIST, California Republic Leadership Academy Capistrano District, Capistrano Unified, College and Career Advantage and 2 others.
What grade levels do public schools in San Juan Capistrano cover?
Public schools in San Juan Capistrano serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in San Juan Capistrano?
5 of the 16 public schools in San Juan Capistrano are charter schools.