Serving 608 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nesbit Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nesbit Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nesbit Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nesbit Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nesbit Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#2020 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
29%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nesbit Elementary School's ranking?
Nesbit Elementary School is ranked #2020 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Nesbit Elementary School often compared to?
Nesbit Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nesbit Elementary School?
608 students attend Nesbit Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Nesbit Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nesbit Elementary School?
Nesbit Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Nesbit Elementary School offer ?
Nesbit Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Nesbit Elementary School part of?
Nesbit Elementary School is part of Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Minimum Day
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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