Serving 745 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Natomas Park 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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-5
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natomas Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Natomas Park Elementary School's student population of 745 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
745 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Natomas Park 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 Natomas Park Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#5126 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
23%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natomas Park Elementary School's ranking?
Natomas Park Elementary School is ranked #5126 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Natomas Park Elementary School?
745 students attend Natomas Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Natomas Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natomas Park Elementary School?
Natomas Park Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Natomas Park Elementary School offer ?
Natomas Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Natomas Park Elementary School part of?
Natomas Park Elementary School is part of Natomas Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Natomas Park Elementary School located?
Natomas Park Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 36 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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