Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Norman R. Brekke Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norman R. Brekke Elementary School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norman R. Brekke Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman R. Brekke Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#3152 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Norman R. Brekke Elementary School's ranking?
Norman R. Brekke Elementary School is ranked #3152 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Norman R. Brekke Elementary School often compared to?
Norman R. Brekke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Norman R. Brekke Elementary School?
588 students attend Norman R. Brekke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Norman R. Brekke Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norman R. Brekke Elementary School?
Norman R. Brekke Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norman R. Brekke Elementary School offer ?
Norman R. Brekke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Norman R. Brekke Elementary School part of?
Norman R. Brekke Elementary School is part of Oxnard School District.
In what neighborhood is Norman R. Brekke Elementary School located?
Norman R. Brekke Elementary School is located in the West Village neighborhood of Oxnard, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in West Village.
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