4.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Alta, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 4.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.5/10
Median household income: $96,750
Median home value: $512,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 35%
Owner-occupied homes: 92%

How Alta compares

Median household income

$97k

97% of California median

About Schools in Alta, California

Alta, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Alta show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Alta is Alta-dutch Flat Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Alta is served by 1 school district: Alta-Dutch Flat Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 91 students.

Alta's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $96,750. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Alta-Dutch Flat Elementary 90 students · Kindergarten–8th	90	Kindergarten–8th	4.5

Schools in Alta

Alta, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$96,750

Median Home Value

$512,000

Population

1,077

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

92%

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Community Profile

Alta has a median household income of $96,750. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $512,000. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 4.5/10

Resources

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School District

Alta-Dutch Flat Union Elementary

1 school · 91 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Alta, California

How many schools are in Alta, California?

Alta has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Alta, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alta is 4.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Alta, California?

The top-ranked school in Alta on MySchoolScout is Alta-dutch Flat Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Alta, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Alta on MySchoolScout is Alta-dutch Flat Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10.

How many school districts serve Alta, California?

Alta is served by 1 school district: Alta-dutch Flat Union Elementary.

What is the education level in Alta, California?

According to Census data, 35% of adults in Alta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Alta, California?

The median household income in Alta is approximately $96,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Alta, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alta is 22.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alta, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.