Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alta Vista Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#341 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Vista Elementary School is ranked #341 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Vista Elementary School?
564 students attend Alta Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Alta Vista Elementary School students are Asian, 39% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Vista Elementary School?
Alta Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Elementary School offer ?
Alta Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Vista Elementary School part of?
Alta Vista Elementary School is part of Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta Vista Elementary School located?
Alta Vista Elementary School is located in the Blossom Crest neighborhood of Los Gatos, CA.
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