Serving 645 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jack Northrop 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 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack Northrop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jack Northrop Elementary School's student population of 645 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Inspiring all students to achieve their greatest potential
School Rankings
Jack Northrop 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 Jack Northrop Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#7531 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
26%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Northrop Elementary School's ranking?
Jack Northrop Elementary School is ranked #7531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jack Northrop Elementary School often compared to?
Jack Northrop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles H. Lee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jack Northrop Elementary School?
645 students attend Jack Northrop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Jack Northrop Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack Northrop Elementary School?
Jack Northrop Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jack Northrop Elementary School offer ?
Jack Northrop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jack Northrop Elementary School part of?
Jack Northrop Elementary School is part of Lancaster Elementary School District.
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