New Jerusalem

New Jerusalem is a charter elementary school located in the rural outskirts of Tracy, California. Serving students from first to eighth grade, New Jerusalem has an enrollment of 228 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 28.5:1 with eight full-time equivalent teachers. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment despite its challenges; it currently ranks in the third percentile among schools in California, with room for academic growth.

While test scores show that only 18% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts and Reading, and just 11% are proficient or above in Math, New Jerusalem is committed to student development and continuous improvement. The school's setting offers a peaceful rural atmosphere near the town of Tracy, providing a unique blend of community support and natural surroundings for its students.

While current test scores at New Jerusalem are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

The student-teacher ratio at New Jerusalem is 28.5:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

New Jerusalem is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.