Serving 831 students in grades 6-8, Alta Loma Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alta Loma Junior High serves the west part of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, covering an area of approximately 14.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 1.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest point of the zone is about 5.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Loma Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alta Loma Junior High School's student population of 831 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
831 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Loma Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Loma Junior High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2136 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Loma Junior High School's ranking?
Alta Loma Junior High School is ranked #2136 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Loma Junior High School often compared to?
Alta Loma Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vineyard Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Loma Junior High School?
831 students attend Alta Loma Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Alta Loma Junior High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Loma Junior High School?
Alta Loma Junior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Loma Junior High School offer ?
Alta Loma Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alta Loma Junior High School part of?
Alta Loma Junior High School is part of Alta Loma Elementary School District.
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