Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Northam 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northam Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northam Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northam Elementary School is 0.12, which is less 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
#6548 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
94%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
51%
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 Northam Elementary School's ranking?
Northam Elementary School is ranked #6548 out of 9,602 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Northam Elementary School?
375 students attend Northam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Northam Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northam Elementary School?
Northam Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Northam Elementary School offer ?
Northam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Northam Elementary School part of?
Northam Elementary School is part of Rowland Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School - No hay clases (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School - No hay clases (Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School - No hay clases (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School - No hay clases (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School - No hay clases (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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