Overview

Trabuco Mesa Elementary School is a magnet school in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 27 elementary schools in Saddleback Valley Unified School District.
This school supports strong academic outcomes for all students. Learn more.

School Rating

Trabuco Mesa Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
7/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

21301 Avenida de las Flores
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
School leader: Kristan Bruce
(949) 858-3339
(949) 858-5476
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