Serving 120 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Glen Alta 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Alta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Glen Alta Elementary School's student population of 120 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Glen Alta Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Glen Alta Elementary School?
120 students attend Glen Alta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Glen Alta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Alta Elementary School?
Glen Alta Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Glen Alta Elementary School offer ?
Glen Alta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Glen Alta Elementary School part of?
Glen Alta Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Glen Alta Elementary School located?
Glen Alta Elementary School is located in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 27 other public schools located in Northeast Los Angeles.
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