Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Santa Rita 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 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Rita 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
Diversity
School Overview
Santa Rita Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Santa Rita Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Rita Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#681 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)71%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Rita Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Rita Elementary School is ranked #681 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Rita Elementary School often compared to?
Santa Rita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Covington Elementary School, Bullis Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santa Rita Elementary School?
367 students attend Santa Rita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Santa Rita Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Rita Elementary School?
Santa Rita Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Rita Elementary School offer ?
Santa Rita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Santa Rita Elementary School part of?
Santa Rita Elementary School is part of Los Altos Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Rita Elementary School located?
Santa Rita Elementary School is located in the North Los Altos neighborhood of Los Altos, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in North Los Altos.
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