Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Newport Coast Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Coast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Newport Coast Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Newport Coast Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newport Coast 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
#254 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport Coast Elementary School's ranking?
Newport Coast Elementary School is ranked #254 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Newport Coast Elementary School often compared to?
Newport Coast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roy O. Andersen Elementary School, Vista Verde by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Newport Coast Elementary School?
469 students attend Newport Coast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Newport Coast Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newport Coast Elementary School?
Newport Coast Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Newport Coast Elementary School offer ?
Newport Coast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Newport Coast Elementary School part of?
Newport Coast Elementary School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Newport Coast Elementary School located?
Newport Coast Elementary School is located in the Newport Coast neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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