Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School's student population of 440 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1733 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
25%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School's ranking?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School is ranked #1733 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School often compared to?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westlake Charter, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Natomas Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School?
440 students attend Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School offer ?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School part of?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School is part of Natomas Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School located?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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