Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Alta Vista Elementary serves the southern part of Redondo Beach, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School 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 Vista Elementary School's student population of 547 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alta Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#551 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
44%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Alta Vista Elementary School is ranked #551 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alta Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Alta Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tulita Elementary School, Beryl Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alta Vista Elementary School?
547 students attend Alta Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Alta Vista Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Vista Elementary School?
Alta Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Elementary School offer ?
Alta Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alta Vista Elementary School part of?
Alta Vista Elementary School is part of Redondo Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta Vista Elementary School located?
Alta Vista Elementary School is located in the South Redondo neighborhood of Redondo Beach, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in South Redondo.
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