Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Alta Vista Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alta Vista Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1570 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
49%
47%
Black
25%
6%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Vista Elementary School is ranked #1570 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Alta Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln Traditional School, Imagine Cortez Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Alta Vista Elementary School?
540 students attend Alta Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Alta Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Vista Elementary School?
Alta Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Elementary School offer ?
Alta Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Alta Vista Elementary School part of?
Alta Vista Elementary School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
School Reviews
5 10/27/2023
Our family chose this elementary school instead of the one across the street from us. I love the location. It is such a beautiful original school. The teachers and staff are so friendly and easy to talk to. Our kids love this school and all of their friends.
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