At a glance
Reported students
965
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
35.81
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
26.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
California elementary enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 5,927 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
765
Cadence Park: 965 reported students.
State peer staffing position
96th percentile
26.9:1 reported; state peer median 22.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,022
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40.25
- Student–teacher ratio
- 25.4:1
What the reported data says about Cadence Park
Cadence Park is a public elementary school serving grades KG–08 in Irvine. It is one of 45 current school records connected to Irvine Unified. NCES reports 965 students for 2024–25.
Among 5,927 elementary schools in California with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 455 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 26.9:1, above the California median of 22.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Asian (59.2%) and White (15%). English learners represent 18.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 5.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Cadence Park
- 1How do the reported 26.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 35.81 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 18.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 5.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 19.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.6
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White15%
- Hispanic12.7%
- Black2.1%
- Asian59.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.8%
- Multiracial9.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Irvine Unified
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Oak Creek Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
963 reported students
Solis Park
Elementary · Grades KG–08
972 reported students
Portola Springs Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
948 reported students
Cypress Village Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
1,007 reported students
Stonegate Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
1,037 reported students
Turtle Rock Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–06
881 reported students
Public schools near Cadence Park
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Park Elementary · Irvine Unified | KG–08 | 1,065 | 0.9 mi |
| Portola Springs Elementary Elementary · Irvine Unified | KG–06 | 948 | 1.1 mi |
| Solis Park Elementary · Irvine Unified | KG–08 | 972 | 1.1 mi |
| Loma Ridge Elementary Elementary · Irvine Unified | KG–06 | 766 | 1.5 mi |
| Woodbury Elementary Elementary · Irvine Unified | KG–06 | 1,095 | 1.9 mi |
| Stonegate Elementary Elementary · Irvine Unified | KG–06 | 1,037 | 2.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Cadence Park
What grades does Cadence Park serve?
Cadence Park reports grades KG–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Irvine Unified.
How many students attend Cadence Park?
Cadence Park reported 965 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 5,927 California elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,022 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Cadence Park?
The calculated ratio is 26.9:1, based on 965 students and 35.81 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The California median for the same school level is 22.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Cadence Park a public, charter, or magnet school?
Cadence Park is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Irvine Unified attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Cadence Park students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
19.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Cadence Park in?
Cadence Park is part of Irvine Unified, based in Irvine, CA, which operates 45 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Cadence Park?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Beacon Park (0.9 mi), Portola Springs Elementary (1.1 mi), Solis Park (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.