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#6302 of 9,539 schools in CA
Northridge Elementary
Elementary School · San Juan Unified
5150 Cocoa Palm Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,302 of 9,539
In Fair Oaks
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#17 of 65
San Juan Unified
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Northridge Elementary
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About Northridge Elementary
Northridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Fair Oaks, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Northridge Elementary serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Northridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,302 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Northridge Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Northridge Elementary runs 22.1:1 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.
36% of students at Northridge 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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Northridge Elementary — Students at Northridge Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Northridge Elementary Compares
See how Northridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5150 Cocoa Palm Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MEL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Earl Legette Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Skycrest Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Citrus Heights), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fair Oaks, see our Fair Oaks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista High Fair Oaks | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| El Sereno Alternative Education Fair Oaks | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Meraki High Fair Oaks | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Earl Legette Elementary Fair Oaks | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARKS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Citrus Heights | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MEL SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Kingswood K-8 Citrus Heights | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| COUNTRY HILL MONTESSORI Fair Oaks | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Orangevale Open K-8 Fair Oaks | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ALMONDALE ACADEMY Orangevale | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Andrew Carnegie Middle Orangevale | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Trajan Elementary Orangevale | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Skycrest Elementary Citrus Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Old School Home School Citrus Heights | 2.1 mi | — |
| La Vista Center Fair Oaks | 1.9 mi | — |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Citrus Heights | 1.9 mi | — |
| Gold River Discovery Center K-8 Gold River | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,582
Median Home Value
$615,400
Median Rent
$1,857/mo
Population
43,783
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aliso Elementary Carpinteria, CA | 5.6 |
| Anderson Heights Elementary Anderson, CA | 5.6 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Redding, CA | 5.6 |
| Camino Elementary Camino, CA | 5.6 |
| Carmela Elementary Whittier, CA | 5.6 |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northridge Elementary
What grades does Northridge Elementary serve?
Northridge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Northridge Elementary?
Northridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Northridge Elementary is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northridge Elementary rank in CA?
Northridge Elementary ranks #6,302 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Northridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Northridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Northridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northridge Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Northridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Northridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Northridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northridge Elementary?
58.8% of students at Northridge 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
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (916) 971-2066
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #17 of 65
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