Serving 373 students in grades Kindergarten-6, California Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: California Elementary serves the northwest area of Costa Mesa, CA, encompassing approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
California Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
California Elementary School's student population of 373 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
Campus Size
9 acres
School Rankings
California Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of California Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1732 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
48%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is California Elementary School's ranking?
California Elementary School is ranked #1732 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend California Elementary School?
373 students attend California Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of California Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of California Elementary School?
California Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does California Elementary School offer ?
California Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is California Elementary School part of?
California Elementary School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
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