Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Los Altos Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Altos Elementary School's student population of 457 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Rankings
Los Altos Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Altos Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#7207 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Altos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Altos Elementary School is ranked #7207 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Altos Elementary School?
457 students attend Los Altos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Los Altos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Altos Elementary School?
Los Altos Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Altos Elementary School offer ?
Los Altos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Los Altos Elementary School part of?
Los Altos Elementary School is part of South Whittier Elementary School District.
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