Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Northmont 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northmont Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northmont 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 Northmont Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3417 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
39%
55%
Black
8%
5%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northmont Elementary School's ranking?
Northmont Elementary School is ranked #3417 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Northmont Elementary School often compared to?
Northmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fletcher Hills Elementary School, Lemon Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Northmont Elementary School?
431 students attend Northmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Northmont Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northmont Elementary School?
Northmont Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Northmont Elementary School offer ?
Northmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Northmont Elementary School part of?
Northmont Elementary School is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
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