Serving 116 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Glen Alta Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen Alta Elementary School's student population of 116 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glen Alta 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 Glen Alta Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2421 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Alta Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Alta Elementary School is ranked #2421 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Glen Alta Elementary School?
116 students attend Glen Alta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Glen Alta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Alta Elementary School?
Glen Alta Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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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