Excellent
#449 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Nevada City School of the Arts
Elementary School · Nevada City School of the Arts District · Nevada City, CA
A charter elementary school in Nevada City, CA serving grades Kindergarten – 8th.
13032 Bitney Springs Rd. Bldg. 8, Nevada City, CA 95959
- Math 40% vs CA 37% (2024)
- Reading 61% vs CA 46% (2024)
- 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Nevada City School of the Arts score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
2024 CAASPP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. CA average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 7 points since 2020, to 50% in 2024, across a 7-year record (2018–2024).
Show all 6 years by subject
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 42% (multi-year average, 2018-2024) · reading/ELA 61% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
46.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Nevada City School of the Arts sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 3Car-Dependent
- Bike 8Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High3,046/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Nevada City), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$79,509
Median home value
$603,200
Median rent
$1,715/mo
College educated
45.4%
Homeownership
77.4%
Poverty rate
10.2%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 95959; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuba River CharterCharter · enrollment unverified | 7.9 | K–8 | 3.3 mi | 322 | Compare → |
| Williams Ranch ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 8.3 | K–5 | 3.5 mi | 185 | Compare → |
| Margaret G. Scotten ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 5.8 | K–4 | 3.7 mi | 346 | Compare → |
| Echo Ridge Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | Not rated | K–8 | 4.3 mi | 25 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Nevada City School of the Arts District
- Schools in district
- 1
- Rank in district
- #1 of 1
- District spending per student
- $19,186NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- The source release did not match this district identifier.
Nevada City School of the Arts is listed in Nevada City School of the Arts District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Nevada City School of the Arts
Nevada City School of the Arts is a public elementary school in Nevada City, CA, part of Nevada City School of the Arts District, serving approximately 460 students in grades Kindergarten-8th with a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #449 of 9,539 schools in CA. State assessment records show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Nevada City School of the Arts
What grades does Nevada City School of the Arts serve?
Nevada City School of the Arts serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Nevada City School of the Arts?
Nevada City School of the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nevada City School of the Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Nevada City School of the Arts is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nevada City School of the Arts rank in CA?
Nevada City School of the Arts ranks #449 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Nevada City School of the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Nevada City School of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Nevada City School of the Arts?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nevada City School of the Arts has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Nevada City School of the Arts a charter school?
Yes, Nevada City School of the Arts is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Nevada City School of the Arts a Title I school?
No, Nevada City School of the Arts is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nevada City School of the Arts?
46.7% of students at Nevada City School of the Arts qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Nevada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (530) 273-7736
- Area population (ZIP 95959)
- 18,017
- Area average commute
- 21 min
- Area median age
- 54.2
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 95959; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2018-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.