Excellent
#1592 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Newport Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Newport-Mesa Unified
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,592 of 9,539
In Costa Mesa
#18 of 39
public schools
In district
#18 of 31
Newport-Mesa Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Newport Heights Elementary
Elementary School in Costa Mesa · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Newport Heights Elementary
Newport Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Costa Mesa, CA, part of Newport-Mesa Unified. Newport Heights Elementary serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Newport Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,592 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Newport Heights Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Newport Heights Elementary — Students at Newport Heights Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 6.9/10.
How Newport Heights Elementary Compares
See how Newport Heights 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 Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newport Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Heinz Kaiser Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Everett A. Rea Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Newport Harbor High Costa Mesa | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Horace Ensign Intermediate Costa Mesa | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| International School for Science and Culture Costa Mesa | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Mariners Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Pacifica Christian High School-Orange County Newport Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Carden Hall, Inc Newport Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| CARDEN HALL Newport Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WOODLAND CHILD DEVT CENTER Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Woodland Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Newport Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Pomona Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Everett A. Rea Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Whittier Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Villages Preparatory Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | — |
| Heinz Kaiser Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Page Private-Costa Mesa Costa Mesa | 1.7 mi | — |
| PAGE ACADEMY Costa Mesa | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Costa Mesa | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Wilson Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Victoria Elementary Costa Mesa | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
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 Heights Elementary
What grades does Newport Heights Elementary serve?
Newport Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Newport Heights Elementary?
Newport Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newport Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Newport Heights Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newport Heights Elementary rank in CA?
Newport Heights Elementary ranks #1,592 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Newport Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Newport Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newport Heights Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Newport Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Newport Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newport Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Newport Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newport Heights Elementary?
34.9% of students at Newport Heights 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
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (949) 515-6970
Resources & Links
District
Newport-Mesa Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,768
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,064
- District Rank
- #18 of 31
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