Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nesbit Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nesbit Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nesbit Elementary School's student population of 596 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
The Nesbit Way... Nesbit School seeks to create a safe, nurturing and respectful learning environment where diversity is valued.
School Rankings
Nesbit Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nesbit Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#1710 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Nesbit Elementary School's ranking?
Nesbit Elementary School is ranked #1710 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Nesbit Elementary School often compared to?
Nesbit Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nesbit Elementary School?
596 students attend Nesbit Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Nesbit Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nesbit Elementary School?
Nesbit Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nesbit Elementary School offer ?
Nesbit Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Nesbit Elementary School part of?
Nesbit Elementary School is part of Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
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