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#521 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 6% in state

Newland (william T.) Elementary

Elementary School · Fountain Valley Elementary

8787 Dolphin St., Huntington Beach, CA 92646

Enrollment

501

Student-Teacher

22.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Huntington Beach

#1 of 32

public schools

California elementary schools

#388 of 5,817

In district

#1 of 10

Fountain Valley Elementary

Equity

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Newland (william T.) Elementary

William T. Newland Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington Beach, California, serving 501 students across kindergarten through fifth grade. The student-teacher ratio is 22.8:1.

Newland earns a composite score of 9.2/10 and an Exceptional rating. The ranking data is unambiguous. Newland sits at #1 among all 32 public schools in Huntington Beach and at #152 out of 9,533 public schools statewide — outperforming 98% of California schools.

Academic performance scores 9.8/10; student growth scores 9.7/10. The combination of strong attainment and strong year-over-year progress is the key signal separating schools that score well from those that are also actively improving. Few California elementary schools hit the top of both measures simultaneously.

Narrowed to elementary schools only, the picture holds: Newland ranks #120 of 5,817 California elementary schools. For parents comparing options across Huntington Beach, the school's consistent position at the top of every relevant peer group makes the comparative data straightforward to benchmark. Verified outcomes at this level are rare; Newland delivers them across the board.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Newland (william T.) Elementary is 22.8:1, 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.67 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics9.8Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency89.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency85%
Math vs. State Avg+44 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+42.2 pts
Overall Proficiency87%
Expected (poverty-adj.)67%
vs. Expected+20.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,561

Newland (william T.) Elementary — Students at Newland (william T.) Elementary score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 77.7%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 74.6%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
89.2%
ELA
84.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Newland (william T.) Elementary Compares

See how Newland (william T.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
95th percentile in CA
Academic
9.8/10
9.8/10
Growth
9.7/10
Above average
Environment
4.2/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers

Location

8787 Dolphin St., Huntington Beach, CA 92646

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Newland (william T.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ralph E. Hawes Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Oka (Isojiro) Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kinetic Academy (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Elm Tree Academy Huntington Beach 0.2 mi
Talbert (Samuel E.) Middle Huntington Beach 0.4 mi 5.7
S. A. Moffett Elementary Huntington Beach 0.6 mi 7.2
STS SIMON & JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Huntington Beach 0.8 mi 6.5
St. Simon and St. Jude Elementary Huntington Beach 0.8 mi
Kinetic Academy Huntington Beach 0.9 mi 7.8
Isaac L. Sowers Middle Huntington Beach 1.0 mi 6.7
John R. Peterson Elementary Huntington Beach 1.1 mi 7.8
Oka (Isojiro) Elementary Huntington Beach 1.0 mi 7.9
Ralph E. Hawes Elementary Huntington Beach 1.1 mi 8.6
Courreges (Roch) Elementary Fountain Valley 1.4 mi 7.2
Holy Family Institute Huntington Beach 1.2 mi
HOLY FAMILY INSTITUTE Huntington Beach 1.2 mi
My First Montessori Huntington Beach 1.3 mi
MY FIRST MONTESSORI Huntington Beach 1.4 mi 5.6
FUSION ACADEMY HUNTINGTON BEACH SEACLIFF VILLAGE Huntington Beach 1.5 mi 7.8
Edison High Huntington Beach 1.8 mi 6.5
Huntington Beach High Huntington Beach 1.6 mi 5.1
THE PEGASUS SCHOOL Huntington Beach 1.6 mi 7.3
Fulton (Harry C.) Middle Fountain Valley 1.9 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,841

Median Home Value

$1,031,700

Median Rent

$2,570/mo

Population

55,814

College Educated

50.4%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

47.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Newland (william T.) Elementary has a median household income of $132,841. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,031,700, with a median rent of $2,570/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Newland (william T.) Elementary

What grades does Newland (william T.) Elementary serve?

Newland (william T.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Newland (william T.) Elementary?

Newland (william T.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newland (william T.) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Newland (william T.) Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Newland (william T.) Elementary rank in CA?

Newland (william T.) Elementary is ranked #521 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Newland (william T.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Newland (william T.) Elementary has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Newland (william T.) Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Newland (william T.) Elementary has 77.7% math proficiency and 74.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Newland (william T.) Elementary a charter school?

No, Newland (william T.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Newland (william T.) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Newland (william T.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newland (william T.) Elementary?

14.4% of students at Newland (william T.) 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,213/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Huntington Beach). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Fountain Valley Elementary
District Enrollment
6,036
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,357
District Rank
#1 of 10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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