Serving 319 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta Sierra Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Sierra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alta Sierra Elementary School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Sierra Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Sierra Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2204 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
12%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
53%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Sierra Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Sierra Elementary School is ranked #2204 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Sierra Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Sierra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottage Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Sierra Elementary School?
319 students attend Alta Sierra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Alta Sierra Elementary School students are Two or more races, 35% of students are White, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Sierra Elementary School?
Alta Sierra Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Alta Sierra Elementary School offer ?
Alta Sierra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Sierra Elementary School part of?
Alta Sierra Elementary School is part of Pleasant Ridge Union Elementary School District.
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