Newberry Springs Elementary

Newberry Springs Elementary serves 104 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Yermo, California, earning a composite score of 9.2 out of 10 — an Exceptional rating. The school ranks #138 out of 9,533 public schools statewide, placing it in the top 1% of California public schools across all grade levels. Among elementary schools specifically, it stands at #115 out of 5,817 — a position very few schools reach.

The scores behind that rating are consistent across categories. Academic performance comes in at 8.4 out of 10. Student growth scores a 9.7, measuring how much students advance relative to their peers statewide — and here the gains are exceptional.

A student-teacher ratio of 17.3 to 1 keeps instruction close and personal across a small campus. For parents comparing schools in the Yermo area, Newberry Springs ranks #1 of 8 local schools. No selective admissions — this is a standard public elementary school open to any student in the area.

Its combination of strong academic outcomes and outstanding student growth puts it among the highest-performing small elementary schools in California.

With an enrollment of 104 students, Newberry Springs Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Newberry Springs Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.