Serving 106 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Newberry Springs 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Newberry Springs Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Yermo, CA, covering an area of approximately 112 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 9.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching 15.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newberry Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Newberry Springs Elementary School's student population of 106 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
106 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Newberry Springs 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 Newberry Springs Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#5568 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
48%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
40%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Newberry Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Newberry Springs Elementary School is ranked #5568 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Newberry Springs Elementary School?
106 students attend Newberry Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Newberry Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newberry Springs Elementary School?
Newberry Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Newberry Springs Elementary School offer ?
Newberry Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Newberry Springs Elementary School part of?
Newberry Springs Elementary School is part of Silver Valley Unified School District.
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