Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta California Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alta California Elementary serves the northern part of Panorama City, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alta California Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
“I love Alta California” and so will you!
School Rankings
Alta California Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta California Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#4173 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta California Elementary School's ranking?
Alta California Elementary School is ranked #4173 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta California Elementary School?
588 students attend Alta California Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Alta California Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta California Elementary School?
Alta California Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta California Elementary School offer ?
Alta California Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta California Elementary School part of?
Alta California Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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