Serving 366 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alta Elementary School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta 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
#3610 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Elementary School is ranked #3610 out of 9,602 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Elementary School?
366 students attend Alta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Alta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Elementary School?
Alta Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Elementary School offer ?
Alta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Elementary School part of?
Alta Elementary School is part of Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District.
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