Serving 1,304 students in grades 7-8, Alta Sierra Intermediate ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Sierra Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alta Sierra Intermediate's student population of 1,304 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alta Sierra Intermediate ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Sierra Intermediate is 0.65, 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
#1065 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Sierra Intermediate's ranking?
Alta Sierra Intermediate is ranked #1065 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Sierra Intermediate often compared to?
Alta Sierra Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Granite Ridge Intermediate, Kastner Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Sierra Intermediate?
1,304 students attend Alta Sierra Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Alta Sierra Intermediate students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Sierra Intermediate?
Alta Sierra Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Sierra Intermediate offer ?
Alta Sierra Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Alta Sierra Intermediate part of?
Alta Sierra Intermediate is part of Clovis Unified School District.
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