For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,023 students in Newcastle, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Newcastle, CA are Ophir Steam Academy, Newcastle Charter and Newcastle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newcastle, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Newcastle have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Newcastle, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ophir Steam Academy
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1373 Lozanos Rd.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(530) 885-3495
Newcastle, CA 95658
(530) 885-3495
Grades: K-8
| 207 students
Rank: #22.
Newcastle Charter
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8951 Valley View Dr.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Grades: K-8
| 334 students
Rank: #33.
Newcastle Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8951 Valley View Dr.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Grades: K-8
| 165 students
Rank: #44.
Harvest Ridge Cooperative Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9050 Old State Hwy.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Grades: K-8
| 317 students
Newcastle, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
9050 Old State Hwy.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Grades: K-12
| 498 students
450 Main St.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-2832
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-2832
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Newcastle, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Newcastle, CA include Ophir Steam Academy, Newcastle Charter and Newcastle Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Newcastle?
4 public elementary schools are located in Newcastle.
What is the racial composition of students in Newcastle?
Newcastle public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Newcastle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Newcastle include: Newcastle Elementary School vs. Ophir Steam Academy, Ophir Steam Academy vs. Newcastle Elementary School
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