Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Altamont Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Altamont Creek Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Livermore, CA school district, covering approximately 264.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the closest edge and a maximum reach of 21.4 miles from the school to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altamont Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Altamont Creek Elementary School's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
620 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Altamont Creek 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 Altamont Creek Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#818 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
36%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
30%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 22-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 Altamont Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Altamont Creek Elementary School is ranked #818 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Altamont Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Altamont Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Elementary School, Emma C. Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Altamont Creek Elementary School?
620 students attend Altamont Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Altamont Creek Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altamont Creek Elementary School?
Altamont Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Altamont Creek Elementary School offer ?
Altamont Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Altamont Creek Elementary School part of?
Altamont Creek Elementary School is part of Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
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