Below Average
#8515 of 9,539 schools in CA
Natomas Park Elementary
Elementary School · Natomas Unified
4700 Crest Dr., Sacramento, CA 95835
Enrollment
742
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
742
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,515 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#156 of 198
public schools
In district
#16 of 19
Natomas Unified
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Natomas Park Elementary
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About Natomas Park Elementary
Natomas Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Natomas Unified. Natomas Park Elementary serves approximately 742 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Natomas Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,515 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Natomas Park Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Natomas Park Elementary runs 24.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Natomas Park Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Natomas Park Elementary — Students at Natomas Park Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.
How Natomas Park Elementary Compares
See how Natomas Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4700 Crest Dr., Sacramento, CA 95835
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Natomas Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Regency Park Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hazel Strauch Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Natomas Charter Sacramento | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Heron Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| JIE PING ACADEMY Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Inderkum High Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SAVA - Sacramento Academic and Vocational Academy Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Regency Park Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Shawna Huston Sacramento | 1.8 mi | — |
| Westlake Charter Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| 21st Century STEM Academy Sacramento | 1.6 mi | — |
| Discovery High Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Natomas Middle Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| H. Allen Hight Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| DAR-UL-MADINAH Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Dar-ul-Madinah Sacramento | 1.8 mi | — |
| Natomas High Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Garden Valley Elementary Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Witter Ranch Elementary Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Jefferson Sacramento | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Rio Tierra Junior High Sacramento | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Hazel Strauch Elementary Sacramento | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95835 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,413
Median Home Value
$588,300
Median Rent
$2,177/mo
Population
41,678
College Educated
50.6%
Homeownership
68.8%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Natomas Park Elementary
What grades does Natomas Park Elementary serve?
Natomas Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Natomas Park Elementary?
Natomas Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 742 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Natomas Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Natomas Park Elementary is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Natomas Park Elementary rank in CA?
Natomas Park Elementary ranks #8,515 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Natomas Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Natomas Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Natomas Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Natomas Park Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Natomas Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Natomas Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Natomas Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Natomas Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Natomas Park Elementary?
73.2% of students at Natomas Park Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 742
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (916) 928-5234
Resources & Links
District
Natomas Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,950
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,964
- District Rank
- #16 of 19
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