Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta Loma Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Loma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alta Loma Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alta Loma Elementary School is 0.27, 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)26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)28%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Loma Elementary School?
388 students attend Alta Loma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Alta Loma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Loma Elementary School?
Alta Loma Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Loma Elementary School offer ?
Alta Loma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Loma Elementary School part of?
Alta Loma Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta Loma Elementary School located?
Alta Loma Elementary School is located in the Mid City neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Mid City.
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