Serving 562 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 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: 83%
- Reading Proficiency: 80%
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Alta Vista Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alta Vista Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
48%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Alta Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tulita Elementary School, Beryl Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Vista Elementary School?
562 students attend Alta Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Alta Vista Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Vista Elementary School?
Alta Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Redondo Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta Vista Elementary School located?
Alta Vista Elementary School is located in the South Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in South Redondo.
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