Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5, 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 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northmont Elementary serves the northern part of La Mesa, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northmont Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northmont Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northmont Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#3724 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 #3724 out of 9,523 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
422 students attend Northmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northmont Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northmont Elementary School?
Northmont Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northmont Elementary School offer ?
Northmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
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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