Newland (William T.) Elementary School serves 501 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Newland (William T.) Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newland (William T.) Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Newland (William T.) Elementary School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newland (William T.) Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% 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 Newland (William T.) 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
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
58%
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newland (William T.) Elementary School's ranking?
Newland (William T.) Elementary School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Newland (William T.) Elementary School?
501 students attend Newland (William T.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Newland (William T.) Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newland (William T.) Elementary School?
Newland (William T.) Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Newland (William T.) Elementary School offer ?
Newland (William T.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Newland (William T.) Elementary School part of?
Newland (William T.) Elementary School is part of Fountain Valley Elementary School District.
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