In How Good of Shape Are Mission Viejo Schools?

Of the $822 million Capistrano Unified officials estimate they need to spend on renovations districtwide, schools in Mission Viejo need about 15 percent of that.

Carl Hankey K-8, opened in 1977, has the most modernization needs, estimated to total $19.7 million. That would pay for items such as a new gymnasium, new classrooms and a new music room, among other amenities.

But all of Mission Viejo’s Capistrano Unified schools need some upgrading, the least of which is Phillip Reilly Elementary, coming in with $8.8 million worth of repairs and upgrades.

The figures are “hard” costs – the costs of actual construction in 2013 dollars. Capo officials are estimating another 20 percent in “soft costs” – engineering, legal costs, etc. – and another 10 percent for contingencies.

In all, the district only has about $44 million on hand to address the near 10-digit need. The Board of Trustees is expected in December to discuss starting a few projects and how to fund the rest.

To see exactly what is needed at your school, click through the links below:

• Bathgate Elementary – $10.8 million
• Capistrano Valley High School – $18.3 million
• Castille Elementary – $13.3 million
• Carl Hankey K-8 – $19.7 million
• Newhart Middle School – $14.7 million
• Phillip Reilly Elementary – $8.8 million
• Viejo Elementary – $10.9 million