Excellent
#56 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 1% in state
Newport Elementary
Elementary School · Newport-Mesa Unified
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#56 of 9,539
In Costa Mesa
#2 of 39
public schools
In district
#2 of 31
Newport-Mesa Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Newport Elementary
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About Newport Elementary
Newport Elementary is a public elementary school in Costa Mesa, CA, part of Newport-Mesa Unified. Newport Elementary serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Newport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Newport Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Newport 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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Newport Elementary — Students at Newport Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 9.5/10.
How Newport Elementary Compares
See how Newport 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
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newport Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heinz Kaiser Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Everett A. Rea Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mariners Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horace Ensign Intermediate Costa Mesa | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Newport Harbor High Costa Mesa | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Newport Heights Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| International School for Science and Culture Costa Mesa | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Pacifica Christian High School-Orange County Newport Beach | 1.9 mi | — |
| Mariners Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| CARDEN HALL Newport Beach | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Carden Hall, Inc Newport Beach | 2.0 mi | — |
| Woodland Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| WOODLAND CHILD DEVT CENTER Costa Mesa | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Whittier Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Villages Preparatory Costa Mesa | 2.8 mi | — |
| Heinz Kaiser Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Pomona Elementary Costa Mesa | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Everett A. Rea Elementary Costa Mesa | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ISEA - International Newport Beach | 2.6 mi | — |
| Page Private-Costa Mesa Costa Mesa | 3.2 mi | — |
| PAGE ACADEMY Costa Mesa | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Costa Mesa | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Newport Beach | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,627
Median Home Value
$1,037,700
Median Rent
$2,520/mo
Population
50,569
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newport Elementary
What grades does Newport Elementary serve?
Newport Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Newport Elementary?
Newport Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newport Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Newport Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newport Elementary rank in CA?
Newport Elementary ranks #56 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Newport Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Newport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Newport Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newport Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Newport Elementary a charter school?
No, Newport Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newport Elementary a Title I school?
No, Newport Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newport Elementary?
25.4% of students at Newport 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (949) 515-6965
Resources & Links
District
Newport-Mesa Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,768
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,064
- District Rank
- #2 of 31
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