Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary in Lake Forest (2026 List)

About Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary

Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary is located at 24982 Rivendell Drive in Lake Forest. It serves an enrollment of 645 students in grades K–6. The student–teacher ratio is 28:1. Math proficiency is 42% and reading proficiency is 47%. The gender mix is 50% male and 50% female. A strong sense of community and shared goals is what makes the campus feel like home. Teachers stress how important it is for students to come to class every day and participate. The school is where families in the area come together for events. Focusing on basic skills helps students feel more sure of what they can do. People say that the campus has clear communication and smooth transitions between grade levels. The shared spaces are always clean and ready for students to use. The culture at the school encourages students to keep trying when they have new academic problems. The cost of housing in the area is between $900,000 and $1,650,000. Families appreciate how easy it is to talk to the school leaders and teachers. Parents often say nice things about the staff's helpful and friendly attitude. People see the school as a safe and helpful place for kids in the area. The school is working hard to become one of the best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 42%

Reading 47%

State average proficiency is 42% in Math and 47% in Reading.

18

Full-time Teachers

28 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

497

Total Students

$58409

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 33.8%

Asian 8.85%

Hispanic 40.44%

Black 0.4%

Two+ Races 16.3%

Native Am. 0.2%

White

33.8%

Asian

8.85%

Hispanic

40.44%

Black

0.4%

Two+ Races

16.3%

Native Am.

0.2%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 497

47.08%

234 Female

52.92%

263 Male

Student Population

497 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 28 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary Contact Information

Address

24982 Rivendell Dr., Lake Forest, CA, 92630

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Phone

(949) 586-2820

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Website

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

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

With its hard, project-based STEAM curriculum and specialized magnet programs, Santiago STEAM Magnet is getting students ready for jobs all over the world in the future. Recently, the school took part in a district-wide Magnet Fair to show off its special programs to families who might want to enroll their kids in the 2025–2026 school year. Teachers are still using new ways to teach that focus on doing science experiments and thinking critically.

FAQ

Q1. What sets the Santiago STEAM Magnet curriculum apart?

Ans. All students learn through project-based learning that focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. This helps them solve real-world problems.

Q2. Are there special engineering labs at Santiago STEAM Magnet?

Ans. Students can use professional-grade tools, robotics kits, and software to design and build prototypes in "Maker Spaces" on campus.

Q3. Are there parts of the Santiago STEAM Magnet program that are only for art?

Ans. The "A" in STEAM stands for "arts," and it includes both visual and performing arts in technical lessons to encourage creative and new ways of thinking about design.

Q4. How do students sign up for the Santiago STEAM Magnet program?

Ans. Families need to take part in the district's School Choice process and send in a magnet application during the open enrollment period.

Q5. Does Santiago STEAM Magnet work with experts in the local business world?

Ans. Yes. The school often invites guest speakers from the fields of engineering and technology to talk to students about possible careers around the world.

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

Horn Book Selections

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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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Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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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

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

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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