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#7147 of 9,539 schools in CA
Norma Coombs Elementary
Elementary School · Pasadena Unified
2600 Paloma St., Pasadena, CA 91107
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,147 of 9,539
In Pasadena
#16 of 21
public schools
In district
#20 of 23
Pasadena Unified
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Norma Coombs Elementary
Norma Coombs Elementary is a public elementary school in Pasadena, CA, part of Pasadena Unified. Norma Coombs Elementary serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Norma Coombs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,147 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Norma Coombs Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Norma Coombs Elementary runs 23.9:1 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.
31% of students at Norma Coombs 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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Norma Coombs Elementary — Students at Norma Coombs Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Norma Coombs Elementary Compares
See how Norma Coombs 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
2600 Paloma St., Pasadena, CA 91107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norma Coombs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Field (Eugene) Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pasadena, see our Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Pasadena | 0.2 mi | — |
| Marianne Frostig Center of Educational Therapy Pasadena | 0.3 mi | — |
| Pasadena High Pasadena | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| CIS Academy Pasadena | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Villa Esperanza Services Pasadena | 0.6 mi | — |
| VILLA ESPERANZA SERVICES Pasadena | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Learning Works Pasadena | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Teaching Great Children Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| St. Gregory's A. & M. Hovsepian School Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST GREGORYS A & M HOVSEPIAN SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Webster Elementary Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| WALDEN SCHOOL Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Marshall Fundamental Pasadena | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| OUR SCHOOL Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| HIGH POINT ACADEMY Pasadena | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Options For Youth - Duarte Inc Pasadena | 1.1 mi | 2.6 |
| Hamilton Elementary Pasadena | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| SAN MARINO MONTESSORI Pasadena | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,880
Median Home Value
$1,106,600
Median Rent
$2,311/mo
Population
32,944
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norma Coombs Elementary
What grades does Norma Coombs Elementary serve?
Norma Coombs Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Norma Coombs Elementary?
Norma Coombs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norma Coombs Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Norma Coombs Elementary is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norma Coombs Elementary rank in CA?
Norma Coombs Elementary ranks #7,147 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Norma Coombs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Norma Coombs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Norma Coombs Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norma Coombs Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Norma Coombs Elementary a charter school?
No, Norma Coombs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norma Coombs Elementary a Title I school?
No, Norma Coombs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norma Coombs Elementary?
72.2% of students at Norma Coombs 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (626) 396-5660
Resources & Links
District
Pasadena Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,978
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,565
- District Rank
- #20 of 23
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