The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤10% (which was lower than the California state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤10% (which was lower than the California state average of 54%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students (09-10)
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≤10%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≤10%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
11%
Hispanic
(09-10)100%
50%
Black
(09-10)n/a
7%
White
(09-10)n/a
27%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
84%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% CA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% CA state average).
How many students attend Newcomer Academy?
45 students attend Newcomer Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Newcomer Academy students are Hispanic.
What grades does Newcomer Academy offer ?
Newcomer Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Newcomer Academy part of?
Newcomer Academy is part of Redwood City Elementary School District.
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