Serving 742 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Natomas Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natomas Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Natomas Park Elementary School's student population of 742 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Natomas Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natomas Park Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#4798 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
22%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natomas Park Elementary School's ranking?
Natomas Park Elementary School is ranked #4798 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Natomas Park Elementary School?
742 students attend Natomas Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Natomas Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natomas Park Elementary School?
Natomas Park Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Natomas Park Elementary School offer ?
Natomas Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Natomas Park Elementary School part of?
Natomas Park Elementary School is part of Natomas Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Natomas Park Elementary School located?
Natomas Park Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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