Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Newhope Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newhope Elementary serves the southeast part of Santa Ana, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newhope Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
Tigers are responsible, respectful, and safe!
School Rankings
Newhope 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 Newhope Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#5183 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newhope Elementary School's ranking?
Newhope Elementary School is ranked #5183 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?
30% 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 Newhope Elementary School?
334 students attend Newhope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Newhope Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newhope Elementary School?
Newhope Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Newhope Elementary School offer ?
Newhope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Newhope Elementary School part of?
Newhope Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Newhope Elementary School located?
Newhope Elementary School is located in the Riverview West neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Riverview West.
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