Nesbit Elementary School serves 596 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Nesbit Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nesbit Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nesbit Elementary School's student population of 596 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nesbit Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Nesbit Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#541 out of 3649 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nesbit Elementary School's ranking?
Nesbit Elementary School is ranked #541 out of 3,649 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Nesbit Elementary School?
596 students attend Nesbit Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Nesbit Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nesbit Elementary School?
Nesbit Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nesbit Elementary School offer ?
Nesbit Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Nesbit Elementary School part of?
Nesbit Elementary School is part of Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day Back for Students from Winter Break
January 09, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
April 08, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School - minimum day
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
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