Serving 164 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Newcastle Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcastle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newcastle Elementary School's student population of 164 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Gems of the Foothills, Shining Above the Rest
School Rankings
Newcastle Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcastle Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1586 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
15%
56%
White
79%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcastle Elementary School's ranking?
Newcastle Elementary School is ranked #1586 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Newcastle Elementary School often compared to?
Newcastle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ophir Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Newcastle Elementary School?
164 students attend Newcastle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Newcastle Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcastle Elementary School?
Newcastle Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Newcastle Elementary School offer ?
Newcastle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Newcastle Elementary School part of?
Newcastle Elementary School is part of Newcastle Elementary School District.
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