Serving 897 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Paso Verde 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 31% (which is lower than 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paso Verde ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paso Verde's student population of 897 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
897 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Paso Verde 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 Paso Verde is 0.80, 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
#3980 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paso Verde's ranking?
Paso Verde is ranked #3980 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paso Verde often compared to?
Paso Verdeis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Paso Verde?
897 students attend Paso Verde.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Paso Verde students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paso Verde?
Paso Verde has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paso Verde offer ?
Paso Verde offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Paso Verde part of?
Paso Verde is part of Natomas Unified School District.
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