Excellent
#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
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
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
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Newland (william T.) Elementary — Students at Newland (william T.) Elementary score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 84% (2019) to 89.67% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 83% (2019) to 84.98% (2024).
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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apperson Street Elementary Sunland, CA | 8.6 |
| Aveson School of Leaders Altadena, CA | 8.6 |
| Burbank Boulevard Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 8.6 |
| Calabash Charter Academy Woodland Hills, CA | 8.6 |
| Camino Grove Elementary Arcadia, CA | 8.6 |
| Caroldale Learning Community Carson, CA | 8.6 |
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.
Neighborhood Context
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
- Phone
- (714) 378-4201
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
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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