University Park Elementary

University Park Elementary

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6
4572 Sandburg Way,  Irvine, CA
Irvine Unified School District
4.1
495 Students
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When it opened in 1967 as part of the Irvine Unified School District, University Park Elementary was the first public elementary school in its neighborhood. The school is located on Sandburg Way, adjacent to the University Community Park and the University Park Library, in the heart of the University Park neighborhood. Serving approximately 500 students in kindergarten through sixth grade, University Park Elementary School has test scores that rank well above the state average in both English and math, and a student-teacher ratio of approximately 23-to-1. In addition to its core curriculum, University Park Elementary offers students a wide range of district-sponsored programs to assist in their learning and growth. These include after-school enrichment programs, an early intervention reading program for students who need extra assistance, upper elementary hands-on science instruction as well as outdoor science school, a variety of art and music programs, a gifted and talented program for upper elementary students who show exceptional academic promise, the Sheltered English Immersion Program for students who are just beginning to learn English, as well as additional specialized learning programs for students who need additional instruction. University Park Elementary School also serves the community's special education population. University Park Elementary School’s mission is for faculty and staff to work together to ensure that all students, regardless of their specific circumstances, gain the fundamental knowledge that they need to succeed.

School Details

Head of School
Molly Daley
Student Teacher Ratio
28:1
Math Proficiency
60%
Reading Proficiency
63%

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Academics
Reading Proficiency
63%
Math Proficiency
60%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
28:1
Teachers
18
Full Time Teachers
18
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%

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Test Scores

Math
30.2%
State Average
17.9%
Science
20.2%
State Average
9.9%
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Male
51.4%
Female
48.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
36.7%
White
27.2%
Hispanic
20.8%
Two or more races
11.7%
Black
3.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 19 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/25/2021
Such an amazing environment for my child. The attention and care by the teachers and staff goes beyond my expectations. My son is so happy and has a new found sense of confidence.
1.0 parent
4/9/2019
Very disappointed with the school and the administration. Incompetent office staff.
5.0 parent
11/30/2018
Overall University Park elementary is an amazing school. Great teachers, amazing principal and administrative staff. This school has a great amount of ESL kids and also Low income students and yet students are doing great in tests and the school is a fun place for kids to go to every day. My kids lo...
5.0 parent
7/13/2018
My children all very happy here. Teachers are accessible as well as staff.

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