Serving 621 students in grades 9-12, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep 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 is 0.70, 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
#1169 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
26%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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's ranking?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep is ranked #1169 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep?
The graduation rate of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep?
621 students attend Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep offer ?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep part of?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep is part of Natomas Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep located?
Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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