Below Average
#7862 of 9,539 schools in CA
New River Elementary
Elementary School · Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
13432 South Halcourt Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,862 of 9,539
In Norwalk
#18 of 21
public schools
In district
#21 of 25
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified
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New River Elementary
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About New River Elementary
New River Elementary is a public elementary school in Norwalk, CA, part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified. New River Elementary serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. New River Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,862 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for New River Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
New River Elementary runs 24.6:1 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.
44% of students at New River 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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New River Elementary — Students at New River Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How New River Elementary Compares
See how New River 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
13432 South Halcourt Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New River Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Studebaker Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is D. D. Johnston Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Julia B. Morrison Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Corvallis Middle Norwalk | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| D. D. Johnston Elementary Norwalk | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Norwalk High Norwalk | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norwalk | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| New Harvest Christian Norwalk | 0.8 mi | — |
| Loretta Lampton Elementary Norwalk | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Cedar House Academy Downey | 0.9 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian Downey | 0.9 mi | — |
| Anna M. Glazier Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Julia B. Morrison Elementary Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Studebaker Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Ernie Pyle Elementary Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Columbus (Christopher) High Downey | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Woodruff Academy Downey | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF GOD SCHOOL Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Saint John of God Norwalk | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Bellflower High Bellflower | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| John H. Nuffer Elementary Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,709
Median Home Value
$616,600
Median Rent
$2,014/mo
Population
100,808
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New River Elementary
What grades does New River Elementary serve?
New River Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend New River Elementary?
New River Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New River Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at New River Elementary is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New River Elementary rank in CA?
New River Elementary ranks #7,862 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is New River Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
New River Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 New River Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New River Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is New River Elementary a charter school?
No, New River Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New River Elementary a Title I school?
No, New River Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New River Elementary?
85.3% of students at New River 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
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.1%
- Phone
- (562) 210-3770
Resources & Links
District
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,052
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,237
- District Rank
- #21 of 25
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