Very Good
#1849 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
William Northrup Elementary
Elementary School · Alhambra Unified
409 South Atlantic Blvd., Alhambra, CA 91801
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,849 of 9,539
In Alhambra
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#12 of 16
Alhambra Unified
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About William Northrup Elementary
William Northrup Elementary is a public elementary school in Alhambra, CA, part of Alhambra Unified. William Northrup Elementary serves approximately 766 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. William Northrup Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,849 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for William Northrup Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
William Northrup Elementary runs 20.7:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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William Northrup Elementary — Students at William Northrup Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 6.9/10.
How William Northrup Elementary Compares
See how William Northrup 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
409 South Atlantic Blvd., Alhambra, CA 91801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Northrup Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marguerita Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Park Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Garfield Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alhambra, see our Alhambra schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALL SOULS WORLD LANGUAGE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alhambra | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| All Souls School Alhambra | 0.4 mi | — |
| Alhambra High Alhambra | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Marguerita Elementary Alhambra | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Ramona Elementary Alhambra | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Park Elementary Alhambra | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ANGEL'S MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Alhambra | 0.8 mi | — |
| Angel's Montessori Preschool, Inc. Alhambra | 0.9 mi | — |
| RAMONA CONVENT SECONDARY SCHOOL Alhambra | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ONEONTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Alhambra | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Ramona Convent Secondary School Alhambra | 1.0 mi | — |
| Garfield Elementary Alhambra | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Lily's Garden Preschool and Kindergarten Alhambra | 0.9 mi | — |
| LILY'S GARDEN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Alhambra | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| ALPHA-SHEN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Monterey Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| Alpha Shen Kindergarten Monterey Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sierra School of Alhambra Alhambra | 1.1 mi | — |
| SIERRA SCHOOL OF ALHAMBRA Alhambra | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LITTLE ACORN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Alhambra | 1.3 mi | — |
| Happy DAy School Inc. Monterey Park | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,549
Median Home Value
$797,000
Median Rent
$1,879/mo
Population
53,730
College Educated
40.6%
Homeownership
37.7%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
41.7
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| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
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| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Bethany Elementary Mountain House, CA | 7.8 |
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| Congressman Jerry Lewis Elementary Yermo, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Northrup Elementary
What grades does William Northrup Elementary serve?
William Northrup Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend William Northrup Elementary?
William Northrup Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 766 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Northrup Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at William Northrup Elementary is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Northrup Elementary rank in CA?
William Northrup Elementary ranks #1,849 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is William Northrup Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
William Northrup Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 William Northrup Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Northrup Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William Northrup Elementary a charter school?
No, William Northrup Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Northrup Elementary a Title I school?
No, William Northrup Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Northrup Elementary?
62.5% of students at William Northrup 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 766
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (626) 943-6620
Resources & Links
District
Alhambra Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,602
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,015
- District Rank
- #12 of 16
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