Olivewood Elementary: Top K-6 School in Lake Forest (2026 List)

About Olivewood Elementary

Olivewood Elementary School is located at 23391 Dune Mear Road in the Lake Forest. It serves 495 students in grades K–6. The student–teacher ratio is 22:1. Math proficiency is 29% and reading proficiency is 24%. The gender mix is 53% male and 47% female.The setting is set up to help people grow socially and academically over time. Teachers put a lot of value on being fair and consistent when it comes to helping students grow. The campus is a quiet and focused place for learning in the neighborhood. Small class sizes help students learn in a way that is more tailored to their needs. The way the school is set up makes it easy for staff to keep an eye on everyone and keep the area safe. Staff members are committed to making a daily routine that is helpful and easy to follow. People use the library and common areas to encourage a love of reading and research. The average price of a home in the area is between $790,000 and $1,150,000. Parents are very sure that the campus is safe and secure. A lot of families appreciate how dedicated the long-term teachers are. People often say that being able to talk about how students are doing is a big plus. The staff is working hard to make this one of the best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 29%

Reading 24%

State average proficiency is 29% in Math and 24% in Reading.

19

Full-time Teachers

22 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

412

Total Students

$58409

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 5.83%

Asian 6.8%

Hispanic 84.22%

Black 0.24%

Two+ Races 2.18%

Native Am. 0%

White

5.83%

Asian

6.8%

Hispanic

84.22%

Black

0.24%

Two+ Races

2.18%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 412

49.51%

204 Female

50.49%

208 Male

Student Population

412 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

1230 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Olivewood Elementary Contact Information

Address

23391 Dune Mear Rd., Lake Forest, CA, 92630

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Phone

(949) 837-6682

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Website

svusd.org/schools/elementary-m-z/olivew

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM – 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Olivewood Elementary was able to start taking applications for the REACH Before and After School Program for the 2025–2026 school year. This will give each family more chances to learn. Students in all grades still go to school to learn in the "21st century," and they use iPads and Chromebooks to work together and think critically. As part of the "Better Together" project, the staff is now working on a survey for the community. The goal is to get the school and the people who live nearby to work together better.

FAQ

Q1. Is there an active school garden at Olivewood Elementary?

Ans. Students learn about biology, nutrition, and taking care of the environment by planting things in a community-supported garden on campus.

Q2. What does the REACH program at Olivewood Elementary do?

Ans. This is a program run by the district that helps registered students with their schoolwork, gets them moving, and gives them extra activities before and after school.

Q3. Does Olivewood Elementary School have workshops for families?

Ans. The school holds regular "Parent University" sessions to help parents help their kids learn math and reading at home.

Q4. How does Olivewood Elementary set rules for how students should act?

Ans. Staff use PBIS strategies every day to reward good behavior and keep the campus safe, respectful, and responsible.

Q5. Does Olivewood Elementary offer summer learning opportunities?

Ans. The school often has summer bridge programs at the district level to help students keep up with their schoolwork during the breaks.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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