Serving 639 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Altamont Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altamont Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Altamont Creek Elementary School's student population of 639 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Altamont Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altamont Creek Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#832 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
36%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altamont Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Altamont Creek Elementary School is ranked #832 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Altamont Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Altamont Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma C. Smith Elementary School, Sunset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Altamont Creek Elementary School?
639 students attend Altamont Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Altamont Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altamont Creek Elementary School?
Altamont Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Altamont Creek Elementary School offer ?
Altamont Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Altamont Creek Elementary School part of?
Altamont Creek Elementary School is part of Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
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