Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Republic Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Republic Elementary serves the southwest part of Salinas, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Republic Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
482 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
IMPROVING THE WORLD WITH EVERY STUDENT
School Rankings
New Republic Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Republic Elementary School is 0.30, which is less 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
#5390 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Republic Elementary School's ranking?
New Republic Elementary School is ranked #5390 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are New Republic Elementary School often compared to?
New Republic Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toro Park Elementary School, Spreckels Elementary School, Mckinnon by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend New Republic Elementary School?
482 students attend New Republic Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of New Republic Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Republic Elementary School?
New Republic Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does New Republic Elementary School offer ?
New Republic Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is New Republic Elementary School part of?
New Republic Elementary School is part of Santa Rita Union Elementary School District.
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