Best Schools in Alta Loma, California
15 schools · 12 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Alta Loma by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Banyan Elementary
Elementary · Alta Loma Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Carnelian Elementary
Elementary · Alta Loma Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hermosa Elementary
Elementary · Alta Loma Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Alta Loma for 2026 are Banyan Elementary (7.8/10), Carnelian Elementary (7.6/10), and Hermosa Elementary (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
15
13 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$781,150
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
15
13 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$781,150
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 7.8/10 despite 36% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Alta Loma schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +17.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Alta Loma schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Alta Loma
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 13 rated schools; 15 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Banyan Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Carnelian Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Hermosa Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Caryn Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Floyd M. Stork Elementary | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Alta Loma High | 5.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Victoria Groves Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Alta Loma Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Alta Loma Junior High | 5.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary | 5.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $115,240
- Median home value
- $781,150
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Alta Loma compares
California rank
#387 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$115k
116% of California median
Schools in this city
15
Alta Loma Elementary runs 77% of Alta Loma's public schools
Alta Loma touches 3 districts, but Alta Loma Elementary is the one most addresses actually attend.
Alta Loma Elementary accounts for 10 of 13 public schools (77%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 13 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.4 to 7.8 — the spread is inside Alta Loma, not a citywide average.
- Alta Loma Elementary10 public · 77%
- Etiwanda Elementary2 public · 15%
- Chaffey Joint Union High1 public · 8%
About Schools in Alta Loma, California
Alta Loma, California has 13 ranked public schools with an average score of 6.7 out of 10. That average tells part of the story — the more useful signal is the distribution: five of those 13 schools, or 38%, score 7.0 or higher. Performance varies enough across campuses that a family's specific attendance zone shapes their options in meaningful ways. City-wide averages smooth over real differences here, so school-by-school research pays off.
Elementary schools hold the top four spots. Jasper Elementary leads all 13 ranked campuses at 8.7 — a score that separates it clearly from the rest of the field. Victoria Groves Elementary follows at 8.1. Floyd M. Stork Elementary scores 7.3 and Carleton P. Lightfoot Elementary scores 7.2. Four elementary campuses clearing the 7.0 mark is Alta Loma's most concentrated strength; families with young children have genuine options to compare across distinct schools.
Alta Loma High earns a 7.7 — the only secondary campus among the five top-tier schools. For families planning around high school, that score is a solid benchmark and the city's single ranked secondary option above 7.0. The contrast with the elementary tier is notable: four high-scoring elementary campuses versus one at the secondary level. Families mapping a longer enrollment path should weight that imbalance in their planning.
The practical bottom line: Alta Loma's 6.7 average is respectable, but eight of 13 campuses score below 7.0, so zone assignment matters more than the city-wide number suggests. Families in Jasper or Victoria Groves attendance areas access the city's two strongest elementary schools. Parents outside those zones should investigate open enrollment availability within the district. Alta Loma's performance edge is sharpest at the elementary level — four of the top five schools sit there, and that's where real choice exists for parents doing the work to find it.
Elementary Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 630 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 463 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 530 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 558 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
| 5 | 690 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 |
| 6 | 529 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.6 |
| 7 | 395 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.5 |
| 8 | 863 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.4 |
| 9 | 585 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.3 |
| 10 | 439 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.4 |
Show all 12 elementary schools in Alta Loma
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 643 students · 7th–8th | 5.5 |
| 2 | 688 students · 7th–8th | 5.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,400 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Alta Loma
Alta Loma, California · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$115,240
Median Home Value
$781,150
Median Rent
$2,248/mo
Population
61,394
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Community Profile
Alta Loma has a median household income of $115,240. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $781,150, with a median rent of $2,248/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 12
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Alta Loma, California
How many schools are in Alta Loma, California?
Alta Loma has 15 schools, including 13 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alta Loma, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alta Loma is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Alta Loma, California?
The top-ranked school in Alta Loma on MySchoolScout is Banyan Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Alta Loma, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Alta Loma on MySchoolScout is Banyan Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Alta Loma, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Alta Loma on MySchoolScout is Alta Loma Junior High with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Alta Loma, California?
The top-ranked high school in Alta Loma on MySchoolScout is Alta Loma High with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Alta Loma, California?
Alta Loma is served by 3 school districts: Alta Loma Elementary, Chaffey Joint Union High, Etiwanda Elementary.
What is the education level in Alta Loma, California?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Alta Loma have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Alta Loma, California?
The median household income in Alta Loma is approximately $115,240 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Alta Loma, California?
Yes, Alta Loma has 2 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is Alta Loma Christian School with a score of 8.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alta Loma, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alta Loma is 22.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alta Loma, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.