Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5471 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School's ranking?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School is ranked #5471 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School often compared to?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redwood Preparatory Charter, Linell K. Walker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School?
301 students attend Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School offer ?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School part of?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School is part of Fortuna Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School located?
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary School is located in the Rohnerville neighborhood of Fortuna, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Rohnerville.
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