Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Navigator 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Navigator Elementary serves the southwest part of Rancho Cordova, CA, covering an area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges being about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Navigator Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Navigator Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Navigator 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
#3143 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navigator Elementary School's ranking?
Navigator Elementary School is ranked #3143 out of 9,523 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Navigator Elementary School?
431 students attend Navigator Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Navigator Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Navigator Elementary School?
Navigator Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Navigator Elementary School offer ?
Navigator Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Navigator Elementary School part of?
Navigator Elementary School is part of Folsom-Cordova Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Labor Day Holiday - Schools Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
Veteran's Day - Schools Closed
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - Schools Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Winter Break - Schools Closed
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
New Years Day - Schools Closed
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
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