John Malcom Elementary School

The school is named after John S. Malcolm, a local philanthropist in California.

John Malcom Elementary School serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade.

John Malcom Elementary School has experienced teachers and staff that looks after its students.

John Malcom Elementary School fosters a safe and inclusive learning environment for students.

John Malcom Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

32261 Charles Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA

Capistrano Unified School District

5.0

3.3

553 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Peggy Baerst

Student Teacher Ratio
24:1

Math Proficiency
66%

Reading Proficiency
73%

Academics

Teachers

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

73%

Math Proficiency

66%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 24:1 Teachers 23	Full Time Teachers 23
Teachers in First or Second Year 0%

Test Scores

Equity

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

1,252:1

Student Diversity

Male 51.9%	Female 48.1%
White 64.6%	Hispanic 13%
Two or more races 9.8%	Asian 2.5%
Black <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Alum

9/6/2025

Just pure, safe, encouraging, and educational in all ways. Teachers are awesome, I just loved it there.

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5.0 parent

10/9/2025

I am a parent of a special education student, and our experience at Malcom has been nothing but positive. I’m not familiar with any cases of bullying or negative behavior from teachers - quite the opposite. The school has always provided a kind and supportive atmosphere. The OT, Speech, and Aide tea...

1.0 parent

6/1/2025

Worst school ever, the staff is terrible with special education children. Bullying was not managed correctly. The principal only care about covering her self, lies to parents. Terrible school, if there’s a choice enrolling in another school may be the best option. Hell no, I would not recommend this...

5.0 parent

9/21/2024

We have 2 kids that attended Malcom, 1 has moved on to middle school. They both have had wonderful experiences at the school, feeling both welcome, supported and challenged. There are many, many experienced and dedicated teachers here and an active parent base that supports the PTA as well as classr...

5.0 parent

6/14/2022

My kids Jerry studied in this school for three years, we’re appreciated the great teachers. Thanks!

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Dana Hills High School

9th to 12th
Public

Capistrano Union High School

9th to 12th
Public

B-

Foundations Cognitive Schools

2nd to 12th
Private

California Orange County Laguna Niguel 92677

John Malcom Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Laguna Niguel, CA and is served by the Capistrano Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 553 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 66% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 73% are proficient in reading. John Malcom Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Dana Hills High School, Capistrano Union High School, Foundations Cognitive Schools, and more. Learn more about what Laguna Niguel has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near John Malcom Elementary School.

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