Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta Sierra Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Alta Sierra Elementary serves the northeast part of Grass Valley, CA, covering an area of approximately 19.4 square miles, with most families typically driving 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 3.2 miles, while the furthest edge is 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Sierra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alta Sierra Elementary School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Sierra Elementary 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 Sierra Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#2231 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Sierra Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Sierra Elementary School is ranked #2231 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Sierra Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Sierra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottage Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Sierra Elementary School?
338 students attend Alta Sierra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Alta Sierra Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Sierra Elementary School?
Alta Sierra Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Sierra Elementary School offer ?
Alta Sierra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Sierra Elementary School part of?
Alta Sierra Elementary School is part of Pleasant Ridge Union Elementary School District.
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