Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Northridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northridge Elementary School's student population of 398 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Northridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northridge Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#7148 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Northridge Elementary School's ranking?
Northridge Elementary School is ranked #7148 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Northridge Elementary School often compared to?
Northridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earl Legette Elementary School, Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Northridge Elementary School?
398 students attend Northridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northridge Elementary School?
Northridge Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Northridge Elementary School offer ?
Northridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Northridge Elementary School part of?
Northridge Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Northridge Elementary School located?
Northridge Elementary School is located in the Northridge Hills neighborhood of Fair Oaks, CA.
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