Serving 629 students in grades 9-12, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
629 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep 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 Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1193 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
50%
12%
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Hispanic
23%
56%
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Black
4%
5%
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White
17%
20%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep's ranking?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep is ranked #1193 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep?
The graduation rate of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep?
629 students attend Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep offer ?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep part of?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep is part of Natomas Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep located?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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