Very Good
#2866 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Nextgeneration Steam Academy
Elementary School · NextGeneration STEAM Academy District
18001 Commercial St., Lathrop, CA 95330
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
726
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,866 of 9,539
In Lathrop
#1 of 5
public schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Nextgeneration Steam Academy
Elementary School in Lathrop · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nextgeneration Steam Academy
Nextgeneration Steam Academy is a public elementary school in Lathrop, CA, part of NextGeneration STEAM Academy District. Nextgeneration Steam Academy serves approximately 726 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Nextgeneration Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,866 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Nextgeneration Steam Academy show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Nextgeneration Steam Academy runs 25:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Nextgeneration Steam Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Nextgeneration Steam Academy — Students at Nextgeneration Steam Academy score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 9.2/10.
How Nextgeneration Steam Academy Compares
See how Nextgeneration Steam Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
18001 Commercial St., Lathrop, CA 95330
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nextgeneration Steam Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. River Islands Technology Academy II (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is EPIC Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Nile Garden Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Manteca), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lathrop, see our Lathrop schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| River Islands Technology Academy II Lathrop | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Mossdale Elementary Manteca | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| EPIC Academy Lathrop | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| River Islands High Lathrop | 1.4 mi | — |
| Lathrop High Manteca | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Lathrop Elementary Manteca | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Joseph Widmer Jr. Elementary Manteca | 3.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Banta Charter Tracy | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Banta Elementary Tracy | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Stella Brockman Elementary Manteca | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Sierra High Manteca | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| George McParland Elementary Manteca | 4.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Brock Elliott Elementary Manteca | 4.4 mi | 3.7 |
| East Union High Manteca | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Veritas Elementary Manteca | 5.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Nile Garden Elementary Manteca | 5.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Neil Hafley Elementary Manteca | 5.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Yosemite School Community Day (7-12) Manteca | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Yosemite School Community Day (K-6) Manteca | 5.1 mi | — |
| CENTRAL VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Manteca | 5.8 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95330 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,461
Median Home Value
$605,100
Median Rent
$2,341/mo
Population
33,015
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
83.6%
Avg Commute
43.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nextgeneration Steam Academy
What grades does Nextgeneration Steam Academy serve?
Nextgeneration Steam Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Nextgeneration Steam Academy?
Nextgeneration Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 726 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nextgeneration Steam Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Nextgeneration Steam Academy is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nextgeneration Steam Academy rank in CA?
Nextgeneration Steam Academy ranks #2,866 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Nextgeneration Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Nextgeneration Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Nextgeneration Steam Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nextgeneration Steam Academy has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Nextgeneration Steam Academy a charter school?
Yes, Nextgeneration Steam Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Nextgeneration Steam Academy a Title I school?
No, Nextgeneration Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nextgeneration Steam Academy?
47.5% of students at Nextgeneration Steam Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 726
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.6%
- Phone
- (209) 229-4736
Resources & Links
District
NextGeneration STEAM Academy District- District Enrollment
- 726
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,654
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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