Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Alta Loma Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alta Loma Elementary serves the southern part of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alta Loma Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Learners for a Lifetime
School Rankings
Alta Loma 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 Loma Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2965 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Loma Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Loma Elementary School is ranked #2965 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Loma Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Loma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carnelian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Loma Elementary School?
328 students attend Alta Loma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Alta Loma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Loma Elementary School?
Alta Loma Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher 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-6
What school district is Alta Loma Elementary School part of?
Alta Loma Elementary School is part of Alta Loma Elementary School District.
School Reviews
Review Alta Loma Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
