For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,046 students in Newcastle, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in Newcastle, CA are Ophir Steam Academy, Newcastle Charter and Newcastle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newcastle, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Newcastle have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Newcastle, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ophir Steam Academy
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1373 Lozanos Rd.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(530) 885-3495
Newcastle, CA 95658
(530) 885-3495
Gr: K-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Newcastle Charter
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8951 Valley View Dr.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Gr: K-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Newcastle Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8951 Valley View Dr.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 663-3307
Gr: K-8 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Harvest Ridge Cooperative Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9050 Old State Hwy.
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Newcastle, CA 95658
(916) 259-1425
Gr: K-8 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Newcastle, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Newcastle, CA include Ophir Steam Academy, Newcastle Charter and Newcastle Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Newcastle?
4 public schools are located in Newcastle.
What is the racial composition of students in Newcastle?
Newcastle public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Newcastle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Newcastle include: Newcastle Elementary School vs. Ophir Steam Academy, Ophir Steam Academy vs. Newcastle Elementary School
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