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#5101 of 9,539 schools in CA
Newcastle Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
6520 Newcastle Ave., Reseda, CA 91335
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,101 of 9,539
In Reseda
#9 of 20
public schools
In district
#533 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Newcastle Elementary
Newcastle Elementary is a public elementary school in Reseda, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Newcastle Elementary serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Newcastle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Newcastle Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Newcastle 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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Newcastle Elementary — Students at Newcastle Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
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: 3.7/10.
How Newcastle Elementary Compares
See how Newcastle 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
6520 Newcastle Ave., Reseda, CA 91335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newcastle Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy for Enriched Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Encino), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garden Grove Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emelita Street Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Encino), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reseda, see our Reseda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Zane Grey Continuation Reseda | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Reseda Charter High Reseda | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Lemay Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOS ANGELES - WEST VALLEY Tarzana | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| International School of Los Angeles–WV Tarzana | 0.8 mi | — |
| Emelita Street Elementary Encino | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Reseda | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 5 Reseda | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies Reseda | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Garden Grove Elementary Reseda | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| VALLEY WALDORF CITY SCHOOL Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| The City School Lake Balboa | 1.1 mi | — |
| Academy for Enriched Sciences Encino | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Gan Israel Hebrew Tarzana | 1.2 mi | — |
| GAN ISRAEL PRESCHOOL Tarzana | 1.2 mi | — |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Tarzana | 1.1 mi | — |
| Magnolia Science Academy 2 Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| High Tech LA Lake Balboa | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,164
Median Home Value
$700,400
Median Rent
$1,811/mo
Population
74,802
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
50.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.4
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| Apperson Street Elementary Sunland, CA | 6.2 |
| Bonita Street Elementary Carson, CA | 6.2 |
| CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ventura, CA | 6.2 |
| CRANE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Santa Barbara, CA | 6.2 |
| California Elementary West Covina, CA | 6.2 |
| Canoas Elementary San Jose, CA | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newcastle Elementary
What grades does Newcastle Elementary serve?
Newcastle Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Newcastle Elementary?
Newcastle Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newcastle Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Newcastle Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newcastle Elementary rank in CA?
Newcastle Elementary ranks #5,101 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Newcastle Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Newcastle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Newcastle Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newcastle Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Newcastle Elementary a charter school?
No, Newcastle Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newcastle Elementary a Title I school?
No, Newcastle Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newcastle Elementary?
91.5% of students at Newcastle 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
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (818) 343-8795
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #533 of 769
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