Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta Mesa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than 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 49% 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: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alta Mesa Elementary School's student population of 320 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Mesa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Mesa Elementary School is 0.67, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5091 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
51%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Mesa Elementary School is ranked #5091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boulder Creek Elementary School, Lassen View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Mesa Elementary School?
320 students attend Alta Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Alta Mesa Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Mesa Elementary School?
Alta Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Alta Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Mesa Elementary School part of?
Alta Mesa Elementary School is part of Enterprise Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta Mesa Elementary School located?
Alta Mesa Elementary School is located in the Starview neighborhood of Redding, CA.
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