Very Good
#2212 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary
Elementary School · Fortuna Elementary
3850 Rohnerville Rd., Fortuna, CA 95540
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,212 of 9,539
In Fortuna
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Fortuna Elementary
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary
Elementary School in Fortuna · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary is a public elementary school in Fortuna, CA, part of Fortuna Elementary. Norman G.
Ambrosini Elementary serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,212 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Norman G. Ambrosini 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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Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary — Students at Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 7.8/10.
How Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary Compares
See how Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3850 Rohnerville Rd., Fortuna, CA 95540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redwood Preparatory Charter (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Scotia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Linell K. Walker Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fortuna, see our Fortuna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Preparatory Charter Fortuna | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Toddy Thomas Middle Fortuna | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Eel River Community Eureka | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| New Life Christian Fortuna | 0.8 mi | — |
| Linell K. Walker Elementary Fortuna | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| East High (Continuation) Fortuna | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Fortuna Union High Fortuna | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Fortuna Middle Fortuna | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Hydesville Elementary Hydesville | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Koinonia Academy PSP Hydesville | 3.4 mi | — |
| NORTH COAST MENNONITE Hydesville | 3.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Eagle Prairie Elementary Rio Dell | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Monument Middle Rio Dell | 5.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Cuddeback Elementary Carlotta | 5.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary Scotia | 7.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Loleta Elementary Loleta | 6.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Ferndale High Ferndale | 6.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Academy of the Redwoods Fortuna | 8.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Ferndale Elementary Ferndale | 7.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Ridgewood Elementary Eureka | 10.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,346
Median Home Value
$362,400
Median Rent
$1,135/mo
Population
14,641
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
37.9
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| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Alma Fuerte Public Pasadena, CA | 7.6 |
| Birch Grove Intermediate Newark, CA | 7.6 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.6 |
| Cadwallader Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary
What grades does Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary serve?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary rank in CA?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary ranks #2,212 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary a charter school?
No, Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary a Title I school?
No, Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary?
77.7% of students at Norman G. Ambrosini 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Humboldt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (707) 725-4688
Resources & Links
District
Fortuna Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,048
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,627
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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